February 2020 - Page 2 of 4 - Information for childcare providers

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

We would like to reassure you that we are closely monitoring the situation and working with the government and NHS.

For guidance on coronavirus and the latest information for Devon, visit Devon County Council’s coronavirus (COVID-19) advice pages.

Coronavirus – Advice for all early years providers, schools and further education providers

Advice for all early years providers, schools and further education providers.
Level 2 Children & Young Peoples Workforce Course

This course is for anyone wishing to work in the early years sector.
Preparing to be a Childminder course: 4 & 11 March in Exeter – places available

There are places available on our next Preparing to be a Childminder course running on 4 & 11 March in Exeter.
Experience of an Inspection Day

Local childminder Tracey Messenger from Mid Devon was inspected recently and shares her experience of her inspection day under the new framework.
#FundingFriday

It’s #FundingFriday. This week we have added information on: B&Q Community re-use and The Woodward Charitable Trust Children’s Summer Play Scheme Grants.
Health and Care Jobs and Careers Fairs

This is an exciting opportunity for you to meet NHS Trusts, local authorities, social enterprises, care providers, primary care and local education providers to find out more about courses and careers in health and care and apply for job.
Early Years Job Adverts – W/c 17/02/2020

View the latest jobs in early years.
Coronavirus – Updated advice for all early years providers, schools and further education providers

The government is monitoring Coronavirus and taking action at home and abroad.
Early Years Individual Inclusion Applications for Summer Funding

If you need to submit an Application for Individual Inclusion Funding for children with high-level, complex needs for Summer Term, please note the deadline is 28th February 2020.
Early Years Funding – Charging Parents

Further to some recent enquiries from providers who are reviewing their hourly charges and additional fees in preparation for the new financial year, please can we draw your attention to page 12 of the Provider Agreement.