Nursery World - Spotlight on…Hollie Redish

Manager, Mama Bear’s Day Nursery, Downend, Bristol

Why did you decide to work for Mama Bear’s?

I did work experience there while I was at school. It really confirmed my decision that I wanted to work in childcare; the whole week was so much fun and although I was very young, I saw how well Mama Bear’s was set up and run. As soon as I finished school I went back to do my apprenticeship and knew immediately it was the right decision.

How has your career developed over the 10 years you have worked for the company?

I’ve gone from apprentice to team leader to deputy manager. Three months ago, I was promoted to manager. It’s so rewarding to have finally got here. Being a manager is challenging because you’re the top person, and responsible for everything. But although you’re not based in rooms, you are often the first person to welcome children in, and you can’t beat that. It’s so rewarding when children are looking forward to seeing you and tell you about their weekend, or what they love about nursery.

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