Childcare Jobs - Becoming A Childminder

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Childcare Jobs - Becoming A Childminder

Ever thought about childminding? Registered Childminders can enjoy the advantages of working from home together with the high levels of job satisfaction that working with children brings.

There are about 80,000 registered Childminders in the UK most are self employed (there may be help available with the start up costs).

Childminder start-up grants are available in both England and Wales aimed at helping new childminders with the costs of setting up their childminding business. The average sum awarded in England is £300.

To care for children under 8 you must to be registered with Ofsted. Requirements of registration include; attendance at a childminding pre-registration seminar - completing the necessary paperwork - Criminal Records Bureau vetting - passing the Ofsted home inspection and interview- completing childcare and first aid training - paying the £14 registration and gaining certification.

Need more information?

www.childcarelink.gov.uk
NCMA (the National Childminding Association) is a charity and professional association. Since 1977, have worked with registered childminders, nannies as well as other individuals and organisations, such as local and national government, to ensure families in every community in England and Wales have access to high quality home-based childcare, play, learning and family support.
More information www.ncma.org.uk