OLIVIA MCLEOD
Blenheim,Marlborough
Summary
I have developed a strong professional foundation through my experience in childcare roles, where I consistently demonstrated a high work ethic, reliability, and a commitment to delivering work to a high standard. My roles required me to be patient, adaptable, and attentive, while supporting the development, wellbeing, and daily needs of children in my care.
Through this experience, I have built excellent communication and interpersonal skills, allowing me to work effectively with both children and families. I am confident in managing responsibilities, working both independently and as part of a team, and maintaining a positive and supportive environment.
I am now looking to transition into a new profession, bringing with me the transferable skills, dedication, and willingness to learn that I have gained throughout my previous roles.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Beststart
Blenheim, New Zealand
12.2022 - Current
- Preparing and serving Kai to the children as well as bottles if required
- Supervising indoor and outdoor activities throughout the day and implementing behavior redirection where appropriate and needed
- Assisting with personal hygiene.
- Cleaning requirements following the policies.
- Helping the children with their daily needs and requirements.
Childcare Nanny/Relieve Carer/Inhome Care
Little red fox
Blenheim, New Zealand
11.2019 - 03.2021
- - To care for 5 month old triplets
- - To prepare food for the babies/Family
- - To create a routine for the babies
- - To fill in for relief work where needed in the company on days off
Fulltime Waitress/barrista
Watery mouth cafe
Blenheim, New Zealand
06.2019 - 10.2019
- - Front of house staff
- - Serving customers & taking orders
- - Making hot & cold beverages
Childcare nanny
Private Childcare
Kekerengu, New Zealand
02.2018 - 05.2019
- - To care for the children
- - Taking them to after school playgroups
- - Prepare meals for the children/family
- - Basic house hold tasks/Gardening
- - Homeschooling correspondence
Childcare nanny
Private Childcare
Clarence, New Zealand
02.2018 - 06.2018
- - Prepare meals for the children
- - Tend to their emotional needs
- - Homeschooling/preschool correspondence
- - Basic household tasks/Gardening
Education
NCEA Level 1 & 2 -
Marlborough Girls' College
Skills
- Time management
- Working well in time sensitive situations
- Performing at the of best of my ability, consistently
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Following procedures and protocols
- Attention to detail
- Strong leadership skills
- Ability to multitask
- Ability to prioritize
- Forming strong connections
- Building trusting relationships
- Creating a safe environment
- Fostering a sense of belonging
- The ability to worked as a team or individually
Certification
- Current first Aid certificate
- Current child protection and safety certificate
References
Available upon request
Personal Information
Gender: Female
Ethnicity
NZ European/ NZ Maori
Timeline
Caregiver
Beststart
12.2022 - Current
Childcare Nanny/Relieve Carer/Inhome Care
Little red fox
11.2019 - 03.2021
Fulltime Waitress/barrista
Watery mouth cafe
06.2019 - 10.2019
Childcare nanny
Private Childcare
02.2018 - 05.2019
Childcare nanny
Private Childcare
02.2018 - 06.2018
NCEA Level 1 & 2 -
Marlborough Girls' College