When I started, I was still recovering from a viral infection (assumed to be coronavirus), which had left me fatigued and in low mood. My journey to the nursery was a constant reminder that we were in the throes of a pandemic. A new world had emerged, with new signage, social distancing, hand sanitising zones and face coverings, and all had to be adhered to for the sake of everyone who had to travel on public transport.
I was also apprehensive about taking on the job. I had not worked in a nursery before and I had not worked with well children since my teaching days. Would the nursery team be friendly, would I have enough physical stamina, and would I be able to adapt to working with healthy children?
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