I joined the University of Nottingham Childcare Services team in September 2014, after having recently acquired my Early Years Teacher Status. Throughout this time I have worked primarily with preschool children, while also having had the opportunity to work with younger children.
My time here has been rewarding and has afforded me opportunities to develop myself professionally in a range of ways. Most prominently, I have been able to qualify as a Forest School Leader, for which I run a session twice a week for preschool children as well as during school holidays for Playscheme children.
The role has also allowed me excellent opportunities for networking with other practitioners throughout Nottingham city via Room Leader Network meetings, the Nottingham City Early Years Conference and other training opportunities.
Working here has provided me a lot of opportunities to develop myself personally also, and my years here have allowed me to expand my confidence in many areas beyond work. As a part of the University of Nottingham this role has opened doors for social activities also, both with staff from the Childcare Services team as well as via Associate Membership of the University of Nottingham Student’s Union.
John Brogan - Early Years Practitioner