Cygnets Room Staff (2-3 Years)

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  Hayley Fryer
  Room Leader

  Working with children was a dream of mine, its now a reality having been given the opportunity to work at 22 Street Lane and make a difference to so many children

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  Hayley Fryer

  I changed my career path from working within a large customer service and sales business to my dream role, working with children. I worked through an apprenticeship and am now the Deputy Room Leader for the Cygnets Room.

  The main reason for pursuing my dream is the passion I have for caring for their needs and facilitating their learning. It is so satisfying seeing the children thrive and grow.

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  Charlotte Baker
  Deputy Room Leader

  I started my childcare journey working for a small nursery in Ascot where I was a trainee, and a year later I qualified

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  Charlotte Baker

  I previously studied Media at university, but in my final year decided working with children was what I truly wanted to do. I started my childcare journey working for a small nursery in Ascot where I was a trainee, and a year later I qualified, progressing to becoming the Room Leader of the preschool.

  I relocated to Leeds to be closer to my family and friends. I love building relationships with all of the children and watching them learn and grow.

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  Michaela Johnson
  Qualified Practitioner

  I believe in creating an environment that is fun and engaging for children and I am looking forward to supporting the teachers at 22 Street Lane in achieving this.

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  Michaela Johnson

  I am currently enrolled at Leeds Beckett University studying for a BA degree in ‘Teaching and Education’. Although I am in my first year of university, I have over 7 years’ experience working with children in over four countries where I have gained experience across two broad and diverse curriculums in both Singapore and Australia, and now, England. I have a Diploma in Montessori Method of Education, and I have a great sense of belief in their philosophy of allowing children to learn at their own pace and according to their own interest.

  I believe in creating an environment that is fun and engaging for children and I am looking forward to supporting the teachers at 22 Street Lane in achieving this. I love to integrate learning through music and stories at every age group.

  I am extremely excited to learn and grow with the team at 22 Street Lane as I believe that it will enable me to utilise my passion, enthusiasm and drive to make a difference in a young person’s life and offer the opportunity to contribute to a child's development in order to maximize their future well-being.

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  Leila Ewen
  Qualified Practitioner

  I’m a responsible, caring and conscientious young lady, who is passionate about being involved in a child's journey to evolve into an independent individual.

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  Leila Ewen

  I’ve always had a passion to inspire and teach children since I was young so I couldn't wait to work with children! I’m a responsible, caring and conscientious young lady, who is passionate about being involved in a child's journey to evolve into an independent individual.

  My overall goal is to provide children with the necessary care and education to be successful learners; dedicated to creating an atmosphere that is stimulating, encouraging, safe, and adaptive to each child's individual needs.

  I have learnt so much from my younger siblings, helping to care for them since birth. I currently volunteer at Oakwood Craft Markets every month, which continues to help me improve and gain new skills.

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  Rose Seymour
  Qualified Practitioner

  I have many years of experience working with children, as both a nursery practitioner and recently, as a Head of Preschool in Leeds.

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  Rose Seymour

  I've also worked in various children’s holiday clubs, teaching children water sports and have worked as a private nanny across Europe with families in places such as Austria, France, Turkey and Greece. I have always enjoyed working with children, I love their spirit and how wonderfully honest they are. I find working with children, experiencing their transformations and sharing their joy when they learn or achieve something new, to be extremely rewarding.

  Last year I took part in two Erasmus study trips in Sweden and Slovenia, and since returning, it had become a dream of mine to work in a Nursery offering Forest School sessions. I love the unique combination of outdoor education, environmental education and play that allow children to respond to the environment in their own way and to gain self-confidence. In my spare time I like to stay busy by exploring new places outside of Leeds on my motorbike, as well as group charity rides. Making skirts and dresses is a new skill I have recently begun learning and enjoying. I also enjoy long walks in the countryside and eating ice cream on the beach.

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  Charlotte Mortin
  Apprentice Practitioner

  I am an enthusiastic, hardworking, dependable, reliable individual who is passionate about being part of a child's journey to flourish into independent individuals.

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  Charlotte Mortin

  To work with children is my main goal, I believe that the early stages of a child’s life is the most important, as this is where they develop new skills to give them the best start in life! The apprenticeship is a great opportunity to pursue my career, and it is my dream to work at an ‘Outstanding’ nursery.

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  Megan Florey
  Apprentice Practitioner

  Working alongside and in co-operation with children has always been a passion of mine and I have always aspired to have a child-centered career.

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  Megan Florey

  I feel as though my apprenticeship will give me further knowledge and will enable me to pursue my dream career.

  I have lots of previous experience working in a primary school with children from the ages of 4 up to 11, in addition to working 1:1 with children with special educational needs. I am so excited so join the team and begin my new journey at 22 Street Lane!