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Zoe Law- Early Years Practitioner, Keyworker
Awaiting biog
Stacey Iona - Early Years Practitioner, keyworker, one-to-one, Deputy Safeguarding Lead
I have previously worked with young people and children at the Youth Offending Team for eight years, which is a multi-agency team working with young people who find themselves in the criminal justice system and who work to prevent further offending. Following this, I trained as a therapeutic private foster carer and spent two years caring for looked after children. I then undertook my Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce at another nursery setting where I also provided additional support to a child for two years. I spend my spare time with my partner and children exploring the Island and what it has to offer. I also enjoy sports photography, specifically football action shots. I am pleased to join the team at Windmills and have the opportunity to help children learn through play and interaction, whilst helping the team provide a caring and nurturing environment.
Donna Long - Early Years Practitioner, Keyworker
Prior to joining Windmills in January 2023, I worked in a preschool for 14 years, firstly in a baby room & then in the 2-3 years room. I have a level 3 Diploma in Nursery Nursing. I am a mum to two girls, Mia & Demi & in my spare time I enjoy walking, going to the gym & attending car shows. I find it so rewarding to watch the young chldren in our care gain confidence & flourish.
Kerry Simons - Early Years Practitioner, Keyworker
Awaiting biog
We are a warm and welcoming preschool and support those training in the early years field.
We offer student placements on a regular basis and have experience
in mentoring new practitioners.
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Rachel Clark - Office Administrator and Voluntary Director
I have lived in Bembridge for twenty years and have two children. Prior to moving back to the island I lived in West Oxfordshire for sixteen years working for Oxford University as Head of Commercial Operations based in the Bodleian Library. Over the course of my career I have been responsible for recruiting and leading a team dedicated to tourism and trading. I was also Chair of the U.K. wide Association for Commercial Enterprise. I have a degree in English Literature and two post graduate diplomas in business management. I enjoy sailing, swimming, reading, art and crafts, piano playing, music and running. It is a privilege to be involved in such a nurturing environment - I have been a voluntary Director of Windmills for over fifteen years.
Natalie - Practice Manager, Safeguarding Lead, Planning Lead
I was delighted to join the dedicated team here at Windmills Pre-school in 2016, working as bank staff initially and then as an EYP and DSL. For many years, my career was in sales. However, after studying for a Bachelor of Arts Degree with the Open University and exploring an interest in working with young children. I trained and practised as an Ofsted registered childminder. I enjoy the daily variety that working with children can offer and I have discovered a passion for watching a child learn and develop in a safe and supportive environment. I have two teenage children, and when I am not working, my 'happy place' is my garden. I look forward to meeting you all and getting to know your children.
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Sarah Keenan -Room Lead, Outings Lead, Planning, Early Years Practitioner, Keyworker
Awaiting biog
Karen Jackson -Early Years Practitioner, Keyworker, First Aid Lead
I have two grown up boys of my own and have lived on the island for the past 16 years. i joined Windmills
originally as maternity cover in 2017 and then was kindly offered a permanent position with them in January 2018. My past experience with the under 5's stretches back over 22 years and prior to my position at Windmills i worked with the 2 year age group in another island setting for five and a half years. Going back further than that, i worked with pre school age children within settings on the mainland - this is where i gained my level 3 diploma in pre school practice. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with children over the many years and find that being a practitioner is very rewarding. "A child will always make you smile" and i hope its reciprocated too. My interests at home include walking(with my dog) music, nature and family time.
Dionne Gough -Early Years Practitioner, Keyworker, Bank
I have worked in the pre-school setting for 20+ years in between bringing up my 4 sons and although I don’t have a lot of time for hobbies I love photography and take lots of photos in my spare time.I have a level 3 in childcare and really enjoy working at windmills; it has the friendliest of atmosphere’s for all children and lots of great learning opportunities for children as well as staff!
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