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Working in childcare

We’re passionate about childcare and want to find the best childcarers. Here we share tips on how to get a job in childcare, including qualifications and training, as well as some tips on how to love your job in childcare.

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Gross and net pay: understanding the difference and how it affects you

Being a nanny is one of the most rewarding careers you can have. You get to form close-knit bonds with families and their little ones

Teacher burnout: how to recover from teaching-related stress
Teachers spend a lot of their time thinking about their students' wellbeing. So what happens when teachers themselves are struggling?
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What qualifications do I need to work in a nursery?
Navigating the confusing world of childcare qualifications and nursery role requirements can be tricky. We've looked into the types of qualifications nurseries are looking for,
Our free childcare course: Starting to work in childcare
A free childcare course can be a brilliant starting point if you're considering a childcare career. Our online childcare course covers a range of introductory
Does menopause make you tired? Our tips to combat menopause fatigue–and find a job that boosts your mood
If you have recently started experiencing menopause, you're probably finding out about all the delights. Hot flushes and mood swings are common symptoms. But not
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Ofsted childminder registration visit: your inspection checklist
When you set out to become a childminder, your Ofsted registration visit is a milestone moment, but it can also feel very stressful. So–we've put
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How to register as a childminder: Step by step
When you have made the decision to go into childminding, the next step is making it official! You could register as a childminder with an
The best childminder course to get qualified—and what it will cost
Want to find the best childminder course to get qualified? There are plenty of online courses for childminders that claim to meet the Ofsted requirements,
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What qualifications do you need to be a childminder?
If you want to work with children, what qualifications do you need to be a childminder?
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Nanny or childminder: what’s the difference?
Both nannies and childminders look after other people's children. So, what is the difference between a nanny and a childminder–and what does that mean when

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You’re a professional nanny with tons of experience – but that doesn’t mean your job search is easy or you always get the respect you

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You’ve got the skills and the experience, you just need to land the job. Here’s how 

You’re a professional nanny with tons of experience and passion. You know how it works by now: get your CV in front of the right

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This year World Book Day is on Thursday 7th March 2024. As well as being a celebration of reading and creativity, it’s also a fantastic

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New Government childcare scheme explained

Announced in March 2023, a new childcare scheme launches this year providing 30 hours of free childcare for every child over the age of 9 months.

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My toilet-trained child has started having accidents. What should I do? We had parents come to us worried about their child’s development regressing. One that

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My 3 year old just wants to watch TV. What can I do? Lots of parents are struggling with getting their children motivated to do

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