Becoming a childcare provider

If you are thinking of starting work in the childcare sector, such as becoming a childminder, setting up a day nursery, holiday playscheme, breakfast or after school club then there has never been a better time. It is a fast growing sector with an increasing demand for staff.

Childcare is a job that people really love doing. They enjoy the variety, fun and the satisfaction that comes from watching a child progress and develop.

To find out what steps you need to take to work in childcare, contact Kent Children and Families Information Service.

The Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years (PACEY) offer courses on Becoming a Childminder. For information email kentcfis@kent.gov.uk or call 08000 32 32 30.

You can also read our childcare qualification chart (PDF, 62k).

For more information on types of childcare please visit our choosing childcare page.