Our staff team at Newton Westpark Nursery

Gemma

Nursery Manager

My name is Gemma. I am the Nursery Manager here at Newton Westpark Nursery. I joined the team in June 2022. I have almost 20 years’ experience in childcare, in a range of different positions. I have achieved a Foundation Degree in The Integrated Education and Care of Children and Young People, as well as a Level 5 in Management. I have gained lots of experience over the years, supporting me in my role as an Early Years Educator. I hold First Aid, Safeguarding and Food Hygiene qualifications. I am also the Designated Safeguarding Lead of the setting.

I absolutely love working with children and being a part of their early learning journey, which prepares them for their next adventure at school. I enjoy watching children grow from young babies and toddlers, into confident little pre-school children, ready to face the challenges ahead at school. It is a pleasure to have such a huge impact on children and their development, watching them learn and grow.

Jenny

Deputy Manager

My name is Jenny. I joined the Newton Westpark Nursery team in April 2025 and I am the Deputy Manager.

I am Level 3 qualified in Early Years, Care and Education, with over 23 years experience of working with young children.

Over the years, I have gained a lot of experience and a range of additional training to support me in fulfilling my role when working with children; these include Safeguarding, Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene, Health & Safety and more. I love working with children as no two days are the same. I enjoy setting up and providing new and exciting challenges to support their individual learning. It is a pleasure to be part of their journey.

Kiera

Nursery Practitioner

I began my career at Newton Westpark Nursery in Dec 2024. I achieved my Level 2 in Early Years in 2019, and then the knowledge part of my Level 3 in 2020. I hope to top this up to the full qualification very soon.

I have 3 years’ experience working with children, from babies up to pre-school. I enjoy being a part of the children’s learning and development as well as being part of a team. I love to be a warm welcoming familiar face for the children and creating special bonds with them and their families. I find each day rewarding when caring for children.

Sophie

Nursery Practitioner

My name is Sophie and I have worked at Newton Westpark Nursery since September 2021. I achieved my Level 2 in Early Years in August 2023 and have now achieved my Level 3 in September 2025.

I have a real love for working with children and I'm committed to providing a warm, supportive learning environment. I enjoy helping children explore, learn and develop through play-based, child-centred activities.

Amanda

Nursery Practitioner

My name is Amanda. I have been working at Newton Westpark Nursery since April 2024 as Agency staff. I have now accepted a permanent post in February 2025. I love working with children and watching them grow as individuals. I also find it very rewarding when supporting children with additional needs and being a part of their learning journey.

Kim

Lunch Cover

My name is Kim and I joined the Newton Westpark team in April 2025 as Lunch Cover.

I have twin girls and I've loved watching them grow over the last 7 years. This motivated me to want to continue to work with children. Watching their personalities develop and being a part of that is very rewarding for me.

Mel

Nursery Practitioner

My name is Mel. I have worked in childcare for nearly 8 years and have achieved my Level 3 in Early Years. I have my own little girl, who is nearly 4 years old. I have always enjoyed working with children, helping them learn and grow.

I started at Newton Westpark Nursery in June 2025 and I really look forward to looking after the children and getting to know all of the families.