Our Leadership Team

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With over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, working with some of the UK’s most dynamic lifestyle brands, Paul brings a fresh and innovative perspective to early years education. Having recently taken the reins of the family business, Paul combines his background in customer service, operational management, and team leadership with a passion for creating a nurturing, inspiring environment for young children.

Paul’s approach is grounded in his commitment to quality, community, and exceptional care—values that he has carried from the hospitality world into the world of early education. He believes that each child’s experience should be filled with wonder, curiosity, and joy, and he works closely with staff to ensure they have the tools and support needed to bring this vision to life. Under Paul’s leadership, our nursery is not only a place of learning but a supportive community where children can thrive and families feel truly valued.

 We are delighted to welcome Pati as Nursery Manager, bringing with her a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication to early years education.

Pati moved to Scotland nearly 11 years ago and began her career in childcare. She quickly progressed in the field, achieving her SVQ Level 3 (SCQF Level 7) in Social Services (Children and Young People). Her commitment to professional growth led her to pursue a BA in Childhood Practice, reflecting her ambition to make a lasting difference beyond the role of practitioner.

Over the past six years, Pati has held the position of Room Leader, followed by two years as Deputy Manager. Her experience at every level of nursery life has given her valuable insight into what it takes to build a nurturing, high quality environment for children, while also supporting and empowering staff, who she sees as the heart of every nursery.

As both an experienced early years professional and a mother of two, Pati deeply understands the importance of creating strong, trusting relationships with parents. She is committed to delivering the highest standard of care and ensuring that every child feels happy, safe, and supported in their development.

Pati believes that a successful nursery is built on the strong partnership between children, parents, and staff. Her leadership will focus on fostering a positive, inclusive atmosphere where each child can thrive and every parent feels confident in the care their child receives.

 We are delighted to welcome Jenna Cameron as our Senior Nursery Leader at Cherry Blossom Nursery School.

Jenna has extensive experience working within early years settings and is dedicated to providing high-quality care and education. She is passionate about creating an environment where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to explore through play. In her role, Jenna supports and guides our room leaders, and overall team, to deliver engaging learning opportunities that nurture each child’s individual development. As Senior Nursery Leader, Jenna also provides support to the wider team ensuring excellence throughout the setting.

She is committed to continuous professional development and brings both knowledge and enthusiasm to her practice, ensuring that children have the best possible start in their learning journey.

We are delighted to recognise Rachael Sorley as our Senior Nursery Leader. Rachael has been a qualified childcare professional since 2017 and has built a wealth of experience and knowledge throughout her career.

Having previously been a valued member of our company, Rachael took some time away to focus on her own family and enjoy the precious time with her child. We were delighted to welcome her back to the team, and she has returned with the same passion, dedication and enthusiasm for providing the highest standard of care and education for our children.

Since returning, Rachael has taken on the important role of Senior Nursery Leader, where she oversees and supports the nursery team, helping to ensure that our high standards are consistently maintained. She provides strong leadership, guidance and encouragement to colleagues and plays a key role in creating a positive, supportive and professional environment for both our team and the children in our care.

Rachael’s experience, commitment and calm leadership make her a fantastic asset to the nursery. We are incredibly pleased to have her back as part of the team and are excited to see the continued positive impact she will make in her role as Senior Nursery Leader.

We are delighted to recognise Maria Smith as our Senior at Claverhouse Nursery. Maria is a valued and trusted member of our team, playing an important role in supporting the day to day running of the nursery and helping to ensure that our children receive the highest standard of care.

Maria is always willing to support her colleagues, share her knowledge and help create a warm, positive environment for both children and staff. Her dedication, reliability and caring nature make her a wonderful asset to the Claverhouse team.

We are incredibly grateful for everything Maria contributes and are delighted to have her as part of our nursery team.

We are delighted to celebrate Nicki McIntyre, our Room Leader, who has been a valued member of our team for 16 years.

Nicki began her career with the company at our former sister setting, Daisies Kindergarten, where her passion for early childhood education first flourished. Over the years, she has developed extensive experience across all age groups, gaining a deep understanding of how to nurture children’s learning and development in their early years.

Nicki has a particular passion for working with the pre-school age group, where her enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication truly shine. She takes great pride in providing rich, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences that inspire curiosity, independence, and confidence in every child as they prepare for school.

Her recent promotion to Acting Senior Room Leader is a reflection of her commitment, professionalism, and the respect she has earned from both colleagues and families. In this role, Nicki continues to lead by example—offering guidance and support to her team while maintaining the high standards of care and education that Cherry Blossom Nursery School is known for.

Nicki’s warmth, experience, and genuine love for her work make her an integral part of our nursery community and a positive influence on everyone around her.

We are delighted to recognise Sharell Whyte as our Room Leader, who has been a valued member of our team since we opened our nursery at Claverhouse.

Sharell has played an important role in creating a warm, nurturing and engaging environment for our children. Her dedication, care and commitment to the children and the wider team are truly appreciated. She brings enthusiasm and positivity to her role each day and is always willing to go the extra mile to support both the children and her colleagues.

We are incredibly grateful for Sharell’s continued hard work and commitment, and we are delighted to celebrate her achievements and the valuable contribution she makes to our nursery.