Lydia Hayward

Dear Parent(s),

My name is Lydia Hayward and I am a 21-year-old recent university graduate (Biological Sciences (BSc) First Class Honors) with an ongoing passion for childcare and education.

After experiencing working in a corporate environment as an IT consultant earlier this year, I have decided to pursue my career working with children. I am looking for a long-term nannying/governess role where I can become integrated into a family and offer the best care and support to both the children and parents/caregivers in raising polite and inquisitive young individuals.

I have 5+ years of childcare/nannying experience which extends to children within the SEND bracket. I also worked part-time at a nursery/primary school for 3 years, caring for children from 6 months to 11 years old. I am kind, friendly, and always enthusiastic to enhance a child's development through creative activities and offering educational support.

I also focus on the importance of an active and enriching lifestyle, having consistently participated in different sports and music-related hobbies. I was an active member of hockey, tennis, and rounders clubs where I participated in fixtures and held captain positions and I have recently joined a kickboxing club which I attend twice a week. I also hold a music A level with a specialism in the descant and alto recorders alongside grade 5 theory.

I hold a clean full UK driving licence and drive my own car so I can travel if necessary. I am also a non-smoker and I am completely comfortable with all pets (I have three lizards- two bearded dragons and one leopard gecko, and grew up with three crazy cocker spaniels!).

I am looking forward to hearing from you soon.

Best Wishes,
Lydia Hayward

Nanny/Childcare Provider (2018-Present)

• Sole care experience working with children aged 1-13yrs including SEND children
• Creative activities such as painting, crafts, outdoor learning
• 1:1 tuition with school subjects
• Transparent communication with parent(s)

Science Teacher, All Saints Academy, Dunstable (September 2023)

• Work experience in the science department 
• Helped students during lesson time
• Planned lessons to incorporate an interactive style

Student Tutor and After School Club Assistant, Buckingham Primary School, Buckingham (2017-2020)

• Supervised academic sessions for young students aged 8-11.
• Aimed to improve each student’s academic record and outlook on learning by introducing more challenging material in a fun, interactive way.
• Offered additional help to students at the after-school club who were struggling with their subjects.
• Organised activities for students at the after-school club

Oxford Brookes University (2020-2023): Biological Sciences (BSc) First Class Honours             

Royal Latin School (2018-2020): 3 A levels in Biology, Psychology, and Music

Sir Thomas Fremantle School: (2012-2018): 10 GCSEs including English and Maths

The Open University: Understanding Children: Babies Being Heard

The Open University: Supporting Children’s Development

NSPCC: Managing Sexualised Behaviour in Secondary Schools