Our Staff Team
Elaine Greenshields
Playgroup Manager & Child Protection Officer
My name is Elaine and I have been employed at The Centre Playgroup since August 2014 and was promoted to Manager in February, 2022.
I was employed straight from college where I gained my HNC in Early Education and Childcare, I then completed my PDA in Childhood practice level 8 in 2019 and gained my BA in Childhood Practice at the University of Glasgow in 2023. I aim to use my knowledge and experience to further develop the playgroup to ensure we are continuously providing the best learning and nurturing environment for your child.
I am registered with SSSC, PVG checked, First Aid qualified and I have attended many training courses to ensure my CPD is current.
We have an amazing team here at The Centre Playgroup and I feel privileged to be part of it. Our playgroup family which includes all our staff, children, parents and the local community make this a very exciting and special place to grow, learn and have fun.
Janice Watt
Deputy Manager
My name is Janice and I am the Deputy Manager.
I have been employed at The Centre Playgroup since 2004. Throughout my time at the playgroup, I have advanced my position from Keyworker, Senior to Deputy.
I have my Level 3 SVQ in Children's Care and Development and I am registered with SSSC, PVG checked and a qualified First Aider. To ensure my CPD is current I have attended many training courses.
I am very proud to be part of the playgroup team. I am passionate about providing an enriching, nurturing and inclusive environment for the children to thrive in.
I love working with all the children and feel honoured to be part of your child’s journey through their early years.
Gina Murphy
Practitioner - Keyworker for the YELLOW Group
My name is Gina Murphy and I am the keyworker for the Yellow Group.
I have my HNC early education and Childcare and I am working towards PDA Childhood Practice Level 8. I am registered with SSSC and PVG checked. I am first aid qualified and attended training courses to ensure my CPD is current.
Molly McMaster
Practitioner - Keyworker for the BLUE Group
My name is Molly
Rochelle Lundie Practitioner - Keyworker for the RED Group
My name is Rochelle
Christine Forbes
Practitioner - Keyworker for the PURPLE Group & Child Protection Officer
My name is Christine and I began my career in Early Years in 2003.
I have gained a BA in Childhood Practice from Glasgow University and a Post Graduate Certificate in Pedagogy and Inclusion from the University of West of Scotland. I am registered with SSSC, PVG checked, First Aid qualified and I have attended many training courses to ensure my CPD is current.
I adore working with children and young people. I am fortunate in my post as Early Years Practitioner at The Centre Playgroup to collaborate with a likeminded team who are equally enthusiastic, child centred and led. We are aware that each child is unique, capable and has different views, interests and learning styles.
I find a deep sense of pride and satisfaction in planning, scaffolding and nurturing children’s
individual learning needs and being part of their developmental journey.
Ren Paterson
Keyworker for the Green Group
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