All our staff are either NNEB (national nursery examination board) or equivalent, or participating in the national vocational qualification (NVQ) in early years and childcare. We have a very high qualified staff ratio which far exceeds that of Ofsted requirements.
All staff members are safeguarding and trained in 1st aid
Fiona Cox
Fiona Cox is our nursery manager having originally joined as our Baby Room Leader and Deputy in 2013. Fiona has a Foundation Degree in Early Years Childcare, along with other certifications including Every Child’s a Talker, Montessori Pedagogy, Safeguarding, is a Special Education Needs Coordinator, behaviour Management Officer, Training Mentor and a fully trained First Aider. Fiona loves working at our nursery and builds great relationships with our children, parents and staffFiona Cox is our nursery manager having originally joined as our Baby Room Leader and Deputy in 2013. Fiona has a Foundation Degree in Early Years Childcare, along with other certifications including Every Child’s a Talker, Montessori Pedagogy, Safeguarding, is a Special Education Needs Coordinator, behaviour Management Officer, Training Mentor and a fully trained First Aider. Fiona loves working at our nursery and builds great relationships with our children, parents and staff.
Hazel Morson
Hazel Morson is our Deputy Manager. Hazel has experienced many roles in nurseries during more than 14 years in childcare. Hazel holds a BA Hons in Early Years Education and Childcare, along with Safeguarding, Food Hygiene and is a fully trained First Aider. Hazel is currently on maternity leave with her second child. Hazel originally joined our team in 2014.
Jodie Morris
Jodie Ann Edmonds is our Toddler Room Leader and will be our acting Deputy in Hazel’s absence. Jodie has gained valuable experience working with Special Educational Needs and with Challenging Behaviour Scenarios, specific areas which she finds extremely rewarding. Jodie has an Early Childhood Education Studies BA Hons Degree and is also trained in Safeguarding, Speech and Language, Behaviour Management and also a fully trained First Aider. Jodie joined our team in 2015
Maesie-Jayne Spencer
Maesie-Jayne Spencer worked with us as part of her BTEC course and made a huge impression, so we were delighted when Maesie joined us full-time in July 2015.
Since joining our team, Maesie has made a huge contribution to the success of our nursery and as a result, Maesie has gained several promotions. We are very proud that Maesie is currently our Tweenies Room Leader.
In addition to holding a BTEC National Diploma in Childcare, Learning and Development Level 3, Maesie-Jayne is also a fully trained First Aider and Designated Safeguarding Lead
Kayleigh Guest
Kayleigh Guest also joined after completing her BTEC course and has also made a huge impression. Kayleigh joined us full-time in August 2015.
Since joining our team, Kayleigh has made a huge contribution to the success of our nursery and as a result, Kayleigh has gained several promotions. We are very proud that Kayleigh is currently our Preschool Room Leader.
In addition to holding a Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development, Kayleigh is also a fully trained First Aider and Designated Safeguarding Lead.
Liane Garside
Despite being a busy Mum, Liane Garside joined our Monkey Puzzle Team as an apprentice in April 2016. Liane quickly qualified to Level 2 in Early Years and has also been trained in safeguarding, first aid, parent partnerships and preparing for school.
Liane brought the valuable perspective of initially experiencing our nursery as a parent bringing her own children here.
Daniella Malik
Daniella Malik joined Monkey Puzzle in April 2017 as an apprentice and has progressed in that period to be a fully qualified level 3 practitioner. It is always fantastic to see someone develop so brilliantly in skills, confidence and experience, and has become a highly valuable member of our team.
Daniella works in the Baby room has also completed her First Aid and Safeguarding training whilst she has been with Monkey Puzzle
Aimme Hine
Having joined our team in October 2018 as our chef, Aimee has become a valuable and popular addition to our team. Aimee is adored by the children, not only for the wonderful meals she prepares, but also for her positive, fun, and friendly demeanour. Aimee prepares all our fresh meals each day at the nursery based on our seasonal menus, providing some really enticing aromas each morning at the nursery.
Aimee is also Safeguarding, and 1st Aid trained.
Victoria Stinton
Victoria has full QTS qualification (qualified teacher status) and a BA Honours Degree in Early Years, bringing a huge amount of experience to our nursery. Having joined in January 2019, Victoria has quickly become an important part of our team.
Vicci currently works in our Toddler room and is also Safeguarding, and 1st Aid trained.
Maddie Saraceni-Gunner
Maddie originally joined our team as an apprentice in April 2019. Maddie has worked hard to gain full Level 3 status and has continually impressed as a valued and popular member of our team.
Maddie currently works in our Baby room and is also Safeguarding, and 1st Aid trained
Maggie Pawlisz
Maggie also joined originally as an apprentice and successfully qualified as a level 2 practitioner. Maggie is currently working towards her level 3 status.
Maggie has made a big impression during her time at our nursery with her hard work and dedication in the Preschool room. Maggie is now on maternity leave to have her second child.
Maggie is also Safeguarding, and 1st Aid trained
Shefali Malin
Shefali joined us in November 2019 as a fully qualified Level 2 nursery practitioner.
We have enjoyed seeing Shefali develop into a confident and valuable member of our team.
Shefali currently works in our Tweenie room and is also Safeguarding, and 1st Aid trained.
Kathy Martin
Despite Katy joining us at a difficult time (1 month before the 1st lockdown!), Katy has settled extremely well at the nursery. Katy is qualified to Degree level and also has a child of her own who attends the nursery.
As another valuable and popular member of our team, Katy works in the Preschool room and is also Safeguarding, and 1st Aid trained
Max Craner
Max has recently joined our team (April 2021) as an apprentice. Max already has some nursery experience and is a degree in Educational Studies. Max is looking forward to working towards his Level 3 in Childcare, whilst continuing to build strong relationships with the parents and children.
Career opportunities
Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries are committed to providing great career opportunities for its entire staff. We are very keen to ensure the majority of staff participate in training at all levels. Our policy is always to recruit and/or promote internally if at all possible.
This is a rapidly expanding business and we are always looking for quality staff for our existing Nurseries. Please contact us for details of our current vacancies.
