Shiree
Nursery Manager
Level 3 Early Years
Level 5 Business Management
I started my career working in the Pre-School room learning and developing whist studying for my level 2 and level 3 diploma in Children’s and young people’s development . I loved this age group, being able to help shape their little minds knowing you had been a part of their growth in the early years, providing them with the key skills to beginning their life in education. Throughout the years I worked my way up to a Deputy Manager and then was Manging my own nursery. I qualified in Business management which I feel gave me the needed skills to run my own team successfully. This is a role that you need passion and love and dedication for the children. We have an amazing nursery here with a strong dedicated team. I am very proud of what we are building and will ensure to provide the children who are here at Monkey Puzzle with the best education, opportunities and care, leaving here the best little people they can be.
Gina
Deputy Nursery Manager
Level 3
I started my career in childcare in 2007 in a school, first volunteering as a tuck shop lady selling healthy snacks to the children at break times. I then started looking after a child who had Special Educational Needs as a 1-1 support for 6 months. When he left, I started working in the playgroup in the children’s centre, this is where I really became passionate about childcare. I started doing courses in childcare and eventually achieved my CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce.
I have worked in various nurseries in different roles such as room leader, 3rd in charge and working as an agency worker for a year so that I could see how different nurseries work. I eventually worked my way up to becoming a Deputy Manager and it is a role that I enjoy very much, supporting my manager and my team to make our nursery the best that it can be. I am looking forward to seeing all that our nursery can become.
I adore children and really like seeing them thrive and achieve their milestones.
Naomi
Deputy Nursery Manager SENCO
Level 6
I have been working within the early Years sector for the past decade and have gained an extensive amount of qualifications and knowledge during this time. I currently hold a Level 6 qualification in teaching and learning and am currently studying to gain an Extended Diploma Level 5 in child psychology.
I started Monkey Puzzle in January 2018 starting as a nursery practitioner and have since worked my way up to being a deputy Manager. I am also the SENCO and have a strong passion for this role. I advocate for all children within special education needs and carry out a variety of activities, observations, working alongside other professionals to support all the children who are under my care. I have a passion for creativity and like showing this through my work of display boards, designs and working alongside my colleagues in the nursery to make rooms and displays eye catching and as informative as Possible. I have strong and secure relationships both with the children and the parents in the setting, who i work alongside daily. I have a passion for my role to help all children achieve the best that they can and preparing them for the next transitions within their life.
Annie
Room Leader
Level 3
I first got into child care shortly after having my son, I used to volunteer at various baby groups. I enjoyed what I did and decided to go to go back to college. I worked in different nurseries but never felt happy, I joined monkey puzzle in 2017 as bank staff, over the months I went to full time and loved every minute of it I was forming good relationships with both the children and the parents. After nine months I became room leader. Joining monkey puzzle was the best move I made because it is like working with my family and I adore what I do.
Fahimah
Toddler Room Leader
Level 6
I started working at Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery after finishing my Early Childhood Studies degree from the University of Roehampton. I started off working in the Pre-School room and after working for almost a year, becoming more confident and comfortable with the routine I was promoted to the toddler room leader. I have really grown since my current promotion and have progressed well in my position, I have built strong relationships with the children, staff and parents. I will take on any new training to help me to develop and progress in my role.
I first got into child care shortly after having my son, I used to volunteer at various baby groups. I enjoyed what I did and decided to go to go back to college. I worked in different nurseries but never felt happy, I joined monkey puzzle in 2017 as bank staff, over the months I went to full time and loved every minute of it I was forming good relationships with both the children and the parents. After nine months I became room leader. Joining monkey puzzle was the best move I made because it is like working with my family and I adore what I do.
Ryan
Nursery Practitioner
Level 2
I have been with monkey puzzle for 3 years. I have had experience in all the rooms as a nursery practitioner, and I have gained confidence through my experience to help to teach the children to learn and develop. Since being at monkey puzzle I have achieved my level 3 diploma in learning and development as well as being trained in different areas
Chloe
Nursery Practitioner
Level 2
I started my journey at monkey puzzle two years ago. I started in the baby room and moved down to the 2-3 room in January 2020. Since being at money puzzle I have gained confidence and knowledge to support each child in their learning and development. In the 2-3 room I enjoying doing lots of Arts and craft activities, this supports the children’s imagination and colour and shape recognition. I am currently working towards her level 3 diploma in children’s and young people’s workforce.
Joanne
Preschool – Room Leader
Level 3
I started my journey at Monkey Puzzle Kingston Day Nursery 3 years ago as a Nursery Practitioner. On my third school year at the Nursery, i was offered a Room Leader position and I have already completed my probation. I have enjoyed my new role and have much interest in progressing in my role. I have a great relationship with the children, other members of staff as well as with parents and other Government Agencies that help us.
Qualifications that I hold are CACHE Level 3 Diploma Certificate for the Children and Young People’s Workforce and I have recently graduated last September completing Level 6. I am currently doing my Post Graduate Degree in Childhood and Youth Studies.
Marissa
Nursery Assistant
Level 2
I started to work for Monkey puzzle 5 years ago when I was doing my level 1 child care course and needed it to do my work experience, after that I have done level 2 and a lot more training courses. I love to work with children and my interest is to get more Knowledge about everything related to my role. Since my time working in M P I have provide support to SEN children which give me valuable experiences in helping them, and the most rewarding and satisfying feeling. English is my second language. I enjoy teaching the children Spanish once a week and my English has also massively improved since working with the children.
Danielle
Nursery Practitioner
I started at Monkey Puzzle Kingston at the end of February 2019. I am new to the country coming from South Africa. My passion is working with children, and I was previously working with children from 4-5 years back in South Africa and also volunteering at a primary school. I have recently undertaken various training relevant to my role and is currently studying for my level 2 in child children and young people’s work force.
Ella
Nursery Assistant
Training for Level 3
I found a passion for childcare in the autumn of 2018. As Bank Staff she adapted and learnt all 3 rooms: Pre-school, 2-3s and Tweenies. I was then appointed a Pre-school role. I aid children’s development through the balance of child and adult-led activities. This is done in accordance to her now increased knowledge of the EYFS. I deliver provision that is fun, engaging and educational.
I have built bonds with the children and parents, with whom I lease with regularly, to better understand and cater for their individual needs and goals.
I am working towards obtaining a Level 3 Childcare qualification. This is furthering my knowledge of the sector.
Destiny
Nursery Practitioner
Level 3
I came to work at Monkey Puzzle after attending college where I earned a level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education. I have always found enjoyment in having a part in children’s learning and development, and find the most fulfilling part about my job in the non-stop laughter form everyone here. It is a very happy place to be. I hope to continue to build on my skills, knowledge and the holistic development of children.
Jasmine
Nursery Chef
Level 3
Career opportunities
Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries are committed to providing great career opportunities for its entire staff. We are very keen to ensure the majority of staff participate in training at all levels.
Our policy is always to recruit and/or promote internally if at all possible.
This is a rapidly expanding business and we are always looking for quality staff for our existing Nurseries. Please contact us for details of our current vacancies.
See our Current Vacancies below:
Monkey Puzzle is looking for enthusiastic practitioners; Level 2 Nursery Nurses in training and Level 3 Nursery Nurses. If you think you have what it takes, please send your CV to manager@monkeypuzzlekingston.co.uk
