KATHRYN BYRNE
Leixlip
Summary
ANA with QQI Level 5 certification; experienced childminder with childminding training certificates; eager to develop a career in the area of special needs assisting; excellent communicator with the ability to support and connect with children in my care..
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Childminder
Parents- Leixlip, Co Kildare
01.2022 - Current
- Ensured child safety by supervising activities, and providing a clean environment.
- Provided emotional support during periods of distress or discomfort.
- Provided physical care for infants ,ensuring their comfort and wellbeing.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding the child's day-to-day activities and behaviors.
Children's Book Seller
I.E.S Limited - Lucan, Co Dublin
01.2004 - 12.2020
- Increased sales by building strong relationships with customers.
- Improved customer satisfaction for enhanced business reputation.
- Boosted brand visibility through effective children's merchandising techniques.
- Aided in the store layout design, resulting in a smoother buyer journey for Children.
Display Artist
Marks and Spencer's
Dublin
01.1996 - 01.2004
- Exhibited work in various public galleries, attracting positive critique.
- Collaborated with a fellow artist for successful exhibitions.
- Created custom art pieces to meet client specifications.
- Be part of the team to create magical children's Christmas windows.
Education
QQI Level 5 SNA
DDLETB
Dundrum05-2025
Level 6 Visual Merchandising Display And Design
TUD
Dublin, Leinster05-1989
Skills
- Child development support
- Recreation planning
- Group leadership
- Security control
- Childcare
- Activity planning
- Personal hygiene assistance
Affiliations
- The great out doors walking in Nature
- Abstract Painter
- The Arts and Theatre
- Children's story telling
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Completion Pre-Registration Training
- Tusla Children's First E-L earning
- Paediatric First Aid Training
- Fire and Safety Training
- Diversity,Equality and Inclusion Guidelines Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Childminder
Parents- Leixlip, Co Kildare
01.2022 - Current
Children's Book Seller
I.E.S Limited - Lucan, Co Dublin
01.2004 - 12.2020
Display Artist
Marks and Spencer's
01.1996 - 01.2004
QQI Level 5 SNA
DDLETB
Level 6 Visual Merchandising Display And Design
TUD