Sophie, babysitter in Dry street

My name is Sophie Lake and I am currently a year 12 a student at Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School - studying Psychology, French and English Literature at A-level. I have recently finished my GCSEs, achieving beyond my predicted grades in the majority of subjects. I am a hardworking and independent individual who not only works well alone, but also with others, and I approach all activities/tasks with the enthusiasm to get them done efficiently and to a good standard.

I am not an experienced babysitter, but I have been a Rainbow, Brownie, Girlguide and a member of the Senior Section from the age of 6 - meaning I have always been around younger children! Through this, I have received the Baden Powell award - which is the highest award that can be given to a Girl Guide. I often help with the planning and running of both Guide and Brownie meetings, as well as a number of fundraising and charity events, and know a quite a number of songs and games!

At school, I am currently mentoring a younger student, helping them with homework and being a general figure available for them to be able to discuss any problems they may have with.
I have also recently been assigned subject prefect for Psychology - my favourite subject, of which I am considering pursuing later on. (Interestingly there is an entire module based on Child Psychology, that I am looking forward to studying!)

I have an active interest in music, and despite not having taken any examinations have been learning how to play the guitar and piano for a number of years; I was even recently in a showcase at school with a group of Drama A-level students! I like to read and write in my spare time too, as these are my passions both in and outside of school - so I would be happy to help with this in anyway if needed.

Although I am not an experienced chef or home-cooker, I do occasionally cook meals for my family, (macaroni cheese being a favourite), and can definitely deal with simple things such as sandwiches etc.

Due to school hours, I am looking mostly for weekend/evening work - preferably after 6pm should this be on a weeknight. I am local to the Basildon area, so would also prefer to be within walking distance (30 minutes at most) of wherever it is I am needed.