Nursery Staff
Zuzana Davis, BSc(Hons), MA Ed
Manager/ Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Level 4 International Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding for DSL , Health & Safety, Prevent Duty in an Early Years Environment, Online Safety in Early Years
“I hold a level 4 qualification in Montessori pedagogy. I have a Bachelor degree in Psychology and master degree in Education. I have worked in early years environment for over 20 years in various positions. I have joined St Joseph’s Nursery in March 2012 and I aspire to be a role model not only for the children but also for my colleagues. I believe that each child is unique and can achieve their full potential by providing a safe, happy and welcoming learning environment. I feel early years are an important part of every child’s development as they are eager to learn and curious about everything around them. It is a pleasure to be part of children’s lives while they attend St Joseph’s Nursery.”
Caroline Kerr
Deputy/ Deputy DSL
Early Years Educator (0-2 years)
NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development, Brilliant Babies- Working with 0-2 years old, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding for DSL, Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, Prevent Duty in an Early Years Environment, Online Safety in Early Years
“I have been working in the nursery for over 18 years and have worked with all the age groups. I am now a room leader of the baby room as well as deputy safeguarding lead and deputy manager. I enjoy being a part of children’s daily lives, watching them grow and develop. It has also been a privilege to be part of the St Joseph’s family because of their care and support.”
Nicki Aburn
Deputy/ SENCo
Early Years Educator (2-3 years)
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner, Exemplary Practice with Two-Year-Olds, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, Prevent Duty in an Early Years Environment, Online Safety in Early Years
“I have worked in the nursery for 9 years and I am two-year lead practitioner and room leader for the older room. I enjoy working with the children and seeing the children’s confidence grow.”
Patrycja Krok
Early Years Educator (3-4 years)
Level 3 Diploma for the Children’s Workforce, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Level 2 Food Hygiene, Prevent Duty in an Early Years Environment, Online Safety in Early Years
“I am a nursery practitioner with three years of experience. I enjoy helping children learn, grow, and develop in a safe and happy environment. I love my job and find it very rewarding to support children during these important early years.”
Debbie Preston
Health and Safety officer
Early Years educator (0-2 years)
NVQ Level 3 Diploma for Teaching Assistants, Exemplary Practice with Babies and Toddlers, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, Prevent Duty in an Early Years Environment, Online Safety in Early Years
“I have worked with children since 2005 as a Learning Support Assistant, working with children with hearing and visual impairment children ages 4 years to 11 years until I joined St. Joseph’s Nursery in September 2022. I now work in the baby room and I enjoy seeing how the babies progress, develop and build their characters. We build a rapport with parents and family members and share their special occasions such as birthdays and becoming siblings.”
Charli Iredale
Early Years Educator (0-2 years)
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner, Brilliant Babies- Working with 0-2 years old, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, Prevent Duty in an Early Years Environment, Online Safety in Early Year
“At St Joseph's it never feels like you're coming to work, it feels like you are seeing your extended family. Seeing a child develop and flourish through the years is such a rewarding part of the job!”
Mya Taylor
Early Years Educator (3-4 years)
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce, Word Aware, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, Prevent Duty in an Early Years Environment, Online Safety in Early Years
“I have worked at St. Joseph’s Nursery since 2019 and I love working with children because I think these early years are crucial for their development. I love being a part of that journey, supporting the children and their parents. It’s very rewarding to see the positive impact we have on the children’s growth and development.”
Louise O’Brien
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Safeguarding, Prevent Duty in an Early Years Environment, Online Safety in Early Years
“I joined St Joseph's nursery in October 2024, in my short time in working here, every day is different. I enjoy coming in to see the children exploring and helping them to learn. I attended St Joseph's school many years ago, some of my best memories here as a child and now hope to make more while supporting children at their time in nursery.”
Charlotte Janner
Apprentice (2-3 years)
Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, Prevent Duty in an Early Years Environment, Online Safety in Early Years
“I joined St Joseph’ Nursery in September 2022 as unqualified member of staff, however I am working towards my level 3 qualification at the moment, through an apprenticeship. I always wanted to work with children and I am so glad I pursued this path as there in never a dull moment while being around children. I work mainly with 2-3 years old but have experience of working with babies and the 3-4 years old, too.”
Elicia Reddie
Early Years Educator (3-4years)
Level 3 Diploma Children and Young Peoples Workforce, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, Food Hygiene, Prevent Duty in an Early Years Environment, Online Safety in Early Years
“I started working at St. Joseph’s Nursery in September 2022 as an apprentice. Since then I have completed my level 3 qualification in childcare. I enjoy working with children and helping them reach important milestones to help them to get ready for school and their future.”
Aimee Carter
Early Years Educator (maternity leave)
“My journey with St Joseph’s nursey started back in 2022, after deciding on a different career path and having a young family myself. I know how rewarding it can be for parents to leave their children in a happy and safe environment. Having started following temporary work with a host of different nurseries, it was then I knew that I wanted to help develop and nurture children. Understanding the children and helping meet their learning potential is a key goal within the nursery and am proud to be part of every child’s life. Working closely with my colleagues to share everyday nursery experience and making an environment that is amazing is very rewarding because it is not just about learning, it is about having fun, too. It’s all about the smiles and happiness for me, knowing what we do helps start every child on the right path to reaching their true potential.”