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Hello my name is Shona. I have worked in the Childcare Industry for 20 years. I started my career as a Childminder working at home to develop my skills. I was able to access grant money from the Prince's Trust to open a Children's Nursery to provide childcare for birth to 5 years and also a wrap around service for an Out of School Club. I had the opportunity to study at Northumbria University where I completed my BA Honours Degree in Early Years Practice and then completed my Early Years Teachers Status. I really enjoy working for Northumberland Learning & Skills to provide opportunities for learners' who have the enthusiasm to work in the Childcare Sector.  I welcome you all to the service and hope you have a lovely experience with us ! 

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Hello my name is Shona. I have worked in the Childcare Industry for 20 years. I started my career as a Childminder working at home to develop my skills. I was able to access grant money from the Prince's Trust to open a Children's Nursery to provide childcare for birth to 5 years and also a wrap around service for an Out of School Club. I had the opportunity to study at Northumbria University where I completed my BA Honours Degree in Early Years Practice and then completed my Early Years Teachers Status. I really enjoy working for Northumberland Learning & Skills to provide opportunities for learners' who have the enthusiasm to work in the Childcare Sector.  I welcome you all to the service and hope you have a lovely experience with us ! 

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Email: Shona.Richardson@northumberland.gov.uk
Shona.Richardson@nlss.ac.uk
07813555721

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Hello my name is Nicola. I have worked within the Early Years Workforce for around 20 years. I first started by achieving  my NNEB Diploma in Nursery Nursing. I gained valuable experiences within day care and nursery settings. Once I had my own children I decided  to go into Childminding. I ran my own business for around 4 years. This gave me lots of opportunities to work within the community and develop my training / teaching skills.  This then led me onto my degree pathway. I studied  with Northumberland College gaining my Foundation Degree in the Childrens Workforce Practice. I then progressed onto my BA HONS Degree in Working with Children and Families. At this point I began working within the community supporting the Early Help Team. I then went onto  complete my PGCE in Young People and Adults Specialist   with Newcastle College. I really enjoy working for Northumberland Learning & Skills it is my passion to deliver good opportunities for learners to develop their passion and skills for supporting Children, Young People and Families. I welcome you to our service. 

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Hello my name is Nicola. I have worked within the Early Years Workforce for around 20 years. I first started by achieving  my NNEB Diploma in Nursery Nursing. I gained valuable experiences within day care and nursery settings. Once I had my own children I decided  to go into Childminding. I ran my own business for around 4 years. This gave me lots of opportunities to work within the community and develop my training / teaching skills.  This then led me onto my degree pathway. I studied  with Northumberland College gaining my Foundation Degree in the Childrens Workforce Practice. I then progressed onto my BA HONS Degree in Working with Children and Families. At this point I began working within the community supporting the Early Help Team. I then went onto  complete my PGCE in Young People and Adults Specialist   with Newcastle College. I really enjoy working for Northumberland Learning & Skills it is my passion to deliver good opportunities for learners to develop their passion and skills for supporting Children, Young People and Families. I welcome you to our service. 

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Nicola.Lingard@northumberland.gov.uk
Nicola.Lingard@nlss.ac.uk
07790986649

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Hello, I'm Nici.  I originally worked as a physiotherapist, once I started a family I worked as a demonstrator and designer.  I studied at Northumberland college and moved to University of Cumbria to complete my MA Applied Social Sciences with the focus on Childcare.  I love teaching and continue to learn just as much as I teach!

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Hello, I'm Nici.  I originally worked as a physiotherapist, once I started a family I worked as a demonstrator and designer.  I studied at Northumberland college and moved to University of Cumbria to complete my MA Applied Social Sciences with the focus on Childcare.  I love teaching and continue to learn just as much as I teach!

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Hello, I am Barbara.  I am a sessional lecturer with the service based at The Fuse in Prudhoe.   I teach on the Higher Level Teaching Assistant course Level 4.Prior to working for LSS I taught full-time on a Foundation Degree Programme at College. I get great satisfaction in supporting students through their qualification and hearing about them progressing in their careers.

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Hello, my name is Mona, I have worked within the childcare and education sector for over 30 years. My learning journey started when I was working as a volunteer in a local playgroup, I enjoyed it so much I decided to change my career path. I planned my learning journey and over the next few years I completed a raft of courses and qualifications through Adult education sector and Northumbria university. I qualified as an Early Years Professional and as a Teaching Assistant.  I understand how hard it is working, running a home, looking after family, fitting in work experience placements and developing Assignments for set deadlines. I kept on going and now teach in the Adult education sector.  It has all been worth it for me.   I really enjoy Education Teaching and Learning truly feel learning is lifelong. I continue to seek out ways to update my practice to remain current with the changing challenges involved in working with children. I like to get to know my learners and support them as they work hard to achieve their qualifications and gain meaningful employment. It is a privilege to support learners as they continue their learning journey towards their aspirations.Welcome to our service. I hope you enjoy your learning journey with us

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Hello, my name is Mona, I have worked within the childcare and education sector for over 30 years. My learning journey started when I was working as a volunteer in a local playgroup, I enjoyed it so much I decided to change my career path. I planned my learning journey and over the next few years I completed a raft of courses and qualifications through Adult education sector and Northumbria university. I qualified as an Early Years Professional and as a Teaching Assistant.  I understand how hard it is working, running a home, looking after family, fitting in work experience placements and developing Assignments for set deadlines. I kept on going and now teach in the Adult education sector.  It has all been worth it for me.   I really enjoy Education Teaching and Learning truly feel learning is lifelong. I continue to seek out ways to update my practice to remain current with the changing challenges involved in working with children. I like to get to know my learners and support them as they work hard to achieve their qualifications and gain meaningful employment. It is a privilege to support learners as they continue their learning journey towards their aspirations.Welcome to our service. I hope you enjoy your learning journey with us

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Mona.Armstrong@northumberland.gov.uk
Mona.Armstrong@nlss.ac.uk
07790986654

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Ros.Brown-King@northumberland.gov.uk
Ros.Brown-King@nlss.ac.uk
07825833800

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Hello, my name is Susan. I have worked for the Learning Skills Service for 24 years and worked in Adult Education for over 30 years. My career began in 1983 when gaining a NNEB qualification in Nursery Nursing. Following this I worked as a Nanny and then as a Teaching Assistant in a college, working with students with learning disabilities. I then gained a Diploma in Post Compulsory Education. Now working as a Childcare Lecturer, I feel It is a privilege to share my working and learning experiences in supporting and encouraging learners through their learning programmes to achieve qualifications in a vocation they have a real passion for. I really look forward to meeting you and hope you enjoy our learning journey with us.

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susan.hammill@northumberland.gov.uk
susan.hammill@nlss.ac.uk
07790986706

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Hello, my name is Ros. I have worked within the childcare and education sector of adult education since 2002. My journey started when my sons attended a local pre-school playgroup where I became a volunteer/Treasurer, then in 1997 gained employment as Deputy leader and then Leader. During this time I completed various training/courses including Advanced Diploma In Playgroup Practice, Initial Training for Classroom Assistants and Certificate in Early Years Curriculum Development. In 2002 I was given the opportunity to train to teach childcare, completing 7307 Further and Adult Education Teacher’s Certificate. I left playgroup in 2003 and started to teach as a sessional tutor for both North Tyneside Adult learning Service and Northumberland Learning and Skills Service, continuing to develop my skills and training including  EDI Level 4 Award in Conducting Internal Quality Assurance, A1 Vocational Assessors Award  and in 2007 completed Certificate in Post Compulsory Education and Training. I now work for Northumberland Learning and Skills only and enjoy the opportunity to share my training and experience, supporting learners to gain qualifications and employment. I welcome you to our service.

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Sally Daskalakos Childcare Lecturer - Wansbeck Workspace Ashington

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Sally Daskalakos Childcare Lecturer - Wansbeck Workspace Ashington

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Hi My name is Sally I am a sessional lecturer working for LSS. My classroom based teaching sessions are at the Wansbeck Workspace at Ashington. I teach Early Year Practitioner level 2. Early Years Educator level 3. Supporting Teaching and Learning level 2 and 3.
My approach to learning has always been; know your class,know your students and be mindful of aspirations . Always encourage, stretch and challenge but have fun along the way
I am passionate about teaching and have done so in various capacities since 1989, the majority being in FE and HE .

I  commenced my academic journey by gaining a BA in Childhood Studies and Professional Practice ,followed by an MA in Education. I gained my PGCE in Primary Education 3 - 7 year old  with QTS in 2010 . I have a Post Grad Certificate in SEN and inclusion.
I am currently working on my Professional Doctorate