Childminders

This dedicated role provides home-based childcare and early education services for a small group of children. They are crucial for offering a flexible, nurturing, and stimulating environment that supports children's development while providing a valuable service to working families.

Key responsibilities involve planning and delivering engaging activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. They provide personal care (e.g., feeding, nappy changing), prepare healthy meals, and manage daily routines. A core function is ensuring a safe, welcoming, and stimulating home learning environment, observing children's progress, and adhering to all relevant childcare regulations and safeguarding policies.

They also collaborate closely with parents, providing regular updates on children's development and addressing individual needs. Ultimately, they are accountable for the well-being, safety, and holistic development of the children in their care, directly contributing to early childhood education and family support.