Your Staff Team 
Our members of staff are very precious to us as they are the heart of the nursery and as such we respect and treat them in the way in which we would  expect to be treated ourselves and will not tolerate any undesirable behaviour from any users of the nursery. 

Staff are here to encourage, challenge and provide enthusiasm to each and every child we care for,  helping them on their way to become confident little individuals.

Please note that our team understand the opportunities and learning which come out of the various messy activities on offer at nursery and        so we ask parents do not dress children in good clothes.   If children are not involved in messy activities indoors then they may be outdoors getting messy !      Visit Myclothing.com for nursery items 

Please feel free to read more information about our team below.

LOUISE - MANAGER 


I started working in Sweetie Brae in September 2023 and loved the ethos of the nursery and how much it felt so much like a home from home.


I have 24 years childcare experience and 4 years of this at managerial level. 

In 2025, I achieved my BA Childhood Practice degree at the University of West Scotland. 

I have also undertaken further training in lead child protection training, Level 2 understanding autism and level 2 safe handling of medication which gives me the knowledge and understanding required in my role. 

In my spare time, I like spending it with my family, especially my 2 nephews, walking the dog and socialising with friends.

CLARE - SENIOR TEAM LEADER


I started Sweetie Brae in 2014 and I have my HNC in childcare. 


I originally covered lunches as I worked in the local after school club then moved on to becoming full time from October 2021 in Sweetie Brae. I am now employed on a full time basis as Senior room leader.  


Outwith work, I like to spend time with my family and relaxing.

MEL - TEAM LEADER


My name is Melanie or Mel as most call me. 

I joined Sweetie Brae as a student from South Lanarkshire College in 2000 and became a permanent staff member upon completing my HNC in childcare and Education in 2002. 

As we are a small nursery, we are familiar with all the rooms and the children, which helps a great deal as children transition from one room to the next.

In my spare time, I like to spend quality time with my husband and three children.

ABBIE - TEAM LEADER 


I first came to Sweetie Brae when I was a student studying my National 5 at South Lanarkshire college and absolutely loved working here with such a brilliant team.  


I then was given the opportunity in 2019  to join the team while I was studying and have since qualified as an early years practitioner. 


When I’m not working I love spending time with my little boy Tommy and all my family. 
  Megan 
Early Years Practitioner

FIRST AIDER


I started Sweetie Brae generally covering lunches throughout the rooms as I used to work at the after school club.

Since Covid restrictions, I have  been able to continue to gain experience in the unders 3's and you will find me full time within the baby room.


  I have also since qualified as an Early years practitioner.

Vicki
Early Years Practitioner

FIRST AIDER

My name is Vicki McBryer and I was a student at Sweetie Brae from 2016-17 doing my HNC, I was then employed as a childcare practitioner with Sweetie Brae from September 2017. I work 3 days a week.
 I had a year out to have my youngest son and now back enjoying the delights of our children.

Jenyfer

Early Years Practitioner

FIRST AIDER

Started in March 21, I carried out domestic duties and wished to be able to work in childcare as a practitioner.  I was given the chance to work on my qualification during my time in Sweetie Brae and in 2024 I hope to be fully qualified. 

 I love my time now as a support worker, being with the children and encouraging them to succeed.

Lewis

Childcare Support Worker


FIRST AIDER

I have been working at Sweetie Brae covering staff shifts/lunches since 2021.

 I have also worked at our local after school club so have a range of experience with children of all ages. 

 I am currently at university studying History and hope to become a History teacher in the future.

Jodi

Early Years Practitioner

FIRST AIDER

I joined Sweetie Brae in March 2021 as a support to the staff to carry out all the morning domestic duties within the nursery.

This was a good start for me as I wish to have a  childcare career in the future and having a position in the nursery let's  me get a feel for the work involved.

I am now covering in the playrooms and hope to complete my qualification  in 2024.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my son, Riley and the rest of my family.

Liz

Childcare Support Worker

FIRST AIDER


From March 2021, being part of the Sweetie Brae team as a support worker is a career change for me.

I am keen to Interact, nurture and most of all, have fun with the children on their learning journey.   Since joining I now work 2 days a week.


Alison

Early Years Practitioner

Hi, I’m Alison. I began my childcare journey in 2008, and after having my two sons, I earned my HNC in Childhood Practice in 2023.

In 2024, I joined the wonderful team at Sweetie Brae, and I’ve enjoyed every moment since. Currently, I’m working as bank staff while expecting my third baby, so you’ll see me in different rooms throughout the nursery. The highlight for me is building relationships with all the children.

Amy

Early Years Practitioner

Hello! My name is Amy and I am new to the Sweetie Brae team. I have a range of qualifications and experience that I have gained over the last 8 years such as NC in Early Education and Childcare, HNC Childhood Practice, and my HND Childhood Practice.


Now for a little bit about me. I am 25 years old and a mum of two boys (Noah 4, and Grayson who will be 1) and two fur babies (my kittens Ginger and Nutty). I love everything messy and really encourage this within my practice to show children that the best way to learn is using our 5 senses.

Due to having my little boy in November 2023, I am currently only bank staff so you can find me either having a cuddle with the babies or getting crazy with the 3-5's!


Samantha

Early Years Practitioner

FIRST AIDER

I started in Sweetie Brae  in January  2024 as an apprentice and trained  to be an early years practitioner to which I am now qualified.


I used to work in an afterschool club at Kirkland Park Primary School as a support worker for 2 years and gained loads of experience with children and loved it.


In my spare time i enjoy spending time with my friends  and going on holiday and going to festivals.



Margaret

Support Worker

Lorraine

Early Years Practitioner

Sharon

Early Years Practitioner

I have my SVQ level 3 in childcare, and have been working in childcare for 16 years now .

I have had experience working in a few Nursery settings through the years and enjoy helping the children's learning and development through play experiences. I joined Sweetie Brae in September  2024 and working in the Baby Room. 

Emma

Support Worker

I started working at Sweetie Brae in July 2024. I began working here as I love working with children and supporting their needs. Working here has been great experience for me as I hope to work with children full time after I leave school and become fully qualified.

In my spare time I enjoy climbing mountains around Scotland and spending time with my family and friends.