
Our Staff
Due to our commitment to safeguarding children, we follow a carefully structured recruitment and selection procedure, our staff are experienced and trained to meet children’s individual emotional and development needs and provide inclusive play and learning opportunities.
At Puddleducks you and your child will receive support from an experienced member of staff responsible for your child’s individual needs known as the ‘key person’. Your child’s key person will be responsible for planning for your child and taking observations and photographs.

Pre-school Manager – Marie Magness
Marie has a diploma in Pre-school Practice and is responsible for the organisation of the group, all admissions and paperwork related to keeping the group running. Marie is also the Child-Protection Co-ordinator and has a degree level of Child Protection Awareness.
Pre-school Leader – Clare Field
Clare is NNEB trained and is responsible for the planning of the routine of the sessions and for overseeing the key persons planning and observations, Clare is also the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator.
Deputy Pre-school Leader – Sue Childs
Sue is qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education and is a qualified Teaching Assistant.
Sue is also our Equal Opportunities Co-Ordinator.
Pre-school Assistant – Dawn Lloyd
Dawn is qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education. She is also responsible for our Positive Behaviour Management.
Pre-school Assistant – Jill Harris
Jill is qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education.
Pre-school Assistant – Louise Riddell
Louise is qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education and is also responsible for First Aid.
Pre-school Assistant – Donna Ball
Donna is currently studying for her NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education. Donna is also responsible for our Health and Safety.
Pre-school Assistant – Laura Welch
Laura is currently studying for her NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education. Laura is also responsible for our Health and Safety.