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Registered Charity 1033539
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We have a fantastic group of people who work for us who have a wide range of experience in childcare. Please take a few moments to read about our staff and their qualifications...
Meet the team...
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We have a fantastic group of people who work for us with a wide range of experience in childcare. Please take a few moments to read about our staff and their qualifications.
Hello - my name is Sue Townsend and I am the Group Coordinator. I have been working in childcare since 2012.
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I have worked at Stepping Stones since 2012
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My qualifications and experience are listed below:
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Nursery Practitioner NVQ (Level 3)
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Nominated Individual (Ofsted)
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Safeguarding Level 2
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Paediatric First Aid Level 2
Hello - my name is Donna and I am the Deputy Group Coordinator. I have been working in childcare since 1976. I have been awarded an MBE in 2024 for services to Early Years and Speical Educational Needs.
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I have worked at Stepping Stones since 1991. I am one of two Designated Safeguarding Officers. I was awarded an MBE in the 2024 New Year Honours list and will collect it on May 8th at Windsor Castle.
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My qualifications and experience are listed below:
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Advanced Diploma in Childcare and Education (Level 4)
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Safeguarding Level 3
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Pediatric First Aid Level 2
Hello - my name is Jade and I am the Assistant Manager. I have been working in childcare since 2009.
I have worked at Stepping Stones since 2009
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My qualifications and experience are listed below:
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Nursery Practitioner (Level 3)
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Safeguarding Level 2
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Senco (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)
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Paediatric First Aid Level 2
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British Sign Language Level 1
My name is Becky
I am the Early Years Lead Practitioner
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I have been working in childcare since 2007
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I have worked at Stepping Stones since September 2021
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My qualifications and experience are listed below:
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Early Years Professional Status (Level 6)
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Safeguarding Level 2
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Paediatric First Aid Level 2
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Bristish Sign Lanaguage Level 1
Hello - my name is Sharon
I have been working in childcare since 2016
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I have worked at Stepping Stones since 2016
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My qualifications and experience are listed below:
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Nursery Assistant NVQ (Level 2)
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Safeguarding Level 2
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Paediatric First Aid Level 2
Hello - my name is Wendy
I am one of two Designated Safeguarding Officers.
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I have been working in childcare since 2016
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I have worked at Stepping Stones since 2016
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My qualifications and experience are listed below: ​
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Nursery Assistant NVQ (Level 2)
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Designated Safeguarding Officer.
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Safeguarding Level 2
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Paediatric First Aid Level 2
Hello - my name is Megan
I have been working in childcare since 2021.
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I have just joined the team and am looking forward to support the children.
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My qualifications and experience are listed below:
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NVQ Level 2
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Safeguarding level 2 (To be completed)
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Paediatric Frist Aid (To be completed)
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Hello - my name is Becca
I have been working in childcare since 2011
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I have just joined the team and am looking forward to support the children.
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My qualifications and experience are listed below:
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NVQ Level 3
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Safeguarding level 2 (To be completed)
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Paediatric Frist Aid (To be completed)
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Hello - my name is Charlie
I have been working in childcare since 2012
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I have worked at Stepping Stones since 2012
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My qualifications and experience are listed below:
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Nursery Practitioner NVQ (Level 3)
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Safeguarding Level 3
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Paediatric First Aid Level 2
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Mental Health First Aider
My name is Maddi
I have been working in childcare since 2017
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I have worked at Stepping Stones since 2015
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I am a Nursery Assistant/Helper
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My qualifications and experience are listed below:
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Safeguarding Level 2
My name is Liz I am the Senior Administrator here at Stepping Stones Play and Learn Group.
I have been working in childcare since 1992.
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I have worked at Stepping Stones since 2002
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My qualifications and experience are listed below:
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Business Administration Advanced Level 4
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British Sign Language Level 1
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HR Management Level 2
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CACHE Level 2
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Safeguarding Level 2
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GDPR Officer
© 2017 Stepping Stones Play and Learn. Registered Charity 1033539.
Stepping Stones Play and Learn Group,
Wilson Marriage Centre,
Barrack St, Colchester CO1 2LR
01206 860467