Choosing the right childcare jobs in London for you Once you have completed your childcare qualifications or are considering moving to a new setting, it is crucial for your wellbeing that you find the childcare job that is perfect for you. You may be weighing up your options for which childcare
Finding childcare jobs in London Finding childcare jobs in London may as first seem overwhelming. However, there are many options you can explore to ensure you find the perfect early years job in London for you. First, you need to make a few decisions such as: Where to search for
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) “parties” in cities across England, a charity has warned. Latest NHS figures show more than 8,000 women across England have recently been identified as being victims of FGM. The Black Health Initiative in Leeds has released a statement, claiming midwives from Africa are being flown into
New research, ranking 38 countries for children’s physical activity, places the United Kingdom at the bottom. Research into the physical activity levels of children gives England and Wales a grade of D-, and Scotland an F, placing it in last position with countries such as Belgium, China, and the United
Should all Early Years settings close over the Christmas period? Christmas is a great time of the year where many businesses shut down for a week or two over the festive period; however many nurseries stay open between Christmas and New Year. Is this beneficial or should they shut down
Grapes are the third most common cause of death in food-related incidents, however awareness of their danger is limited Research from the US and Canada suggests that grapes are the third most common cause of death in food-related incidents, behind only hotdogs and sweets. But doctors say there is a
8 reasons you should introduce Makaton today! Makaton has increased in popularity over the past few years, with many Early Years practitioners and parents using it as a way to communicate with children. It is most commonly used with children who may have difficulty with their speech and communication; however
The importance of building opportunities for interaction with babies Building opportunities for interaction is very important when supporting children to learn and develop key communication skills. These are skills that children will need in their lives, right through to adulthood, to be able to carry out simple everyday tasks. This
The value of Early Intervention highlight as research suggest brain tests at the age of three can predict a child’s life chances. Scientists from London, America and New Zealand have recently conducted tests that show children with low cognitive test scores, at the age of three, are more likely as adults
A new report commissioned by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation reveals a rise in number of children living in poverty The Joseph Rowntree Foundation has recently released a new report showing a total of 7.4 million people, including 2.6 million children, are in poverty despite being in a working family. Th