Becoming self employed as a Childminder
Find out what needs to be done if you start working for yourself or would like to become a childminder
HMRC also offers information to support:
Introduction to the role of a childminder training course
Course Description
This free introductory online course will provide you with information and support to increase your knowledge and understanding about the role of a professional Childminder, the registration process and running a successful childminding service.
During the course, we will explore:
- The role of a professional Childminder and what is involved in running a childminding service;
- Guidance around Ofsted and an overview of the registration requirements for new Childminders;
- The skills, knowledge and competencies needed to fulfil the role, including mandatory training;
- An overview of the Early Years Foundation Stage and where to find out more information; and
- The business of running a childminding service including business planning, fees and marketing.
Booking Arrangements
This course is an e-learning course. To access the course, you must register on our Open Access Learning Catalogue platform, the course is listed in the catalogue.
Please e-mail: e-learning@bolton.gov.uk if you need assistance when registering online.
New flexibilities for childminders
DfE is working with Ofsted and childminder agencies and LAs to support implementation of the new flexibilities for childminders. One of them is a new category of childminder who will work entirely from non-domestic premises. Please view the New Flexibilities for Childminders webinar slides and Childminder and Childminder without domestic premises - Pre-registration briefing for more details.
Is there a need for childminders in my area?
You will need to conduct market research to determine if there is a need for childminders in your area. Bolton Families Information Service or Bolton Start Well Service will be able to support you in establishing if there is a demand for childminders in your area.
Contact:
Bolton Families Information Service - Families@bolton.gov.uk, 01204 332170
Carley Stringer, Start Well Development Officer - Carley.Stringer@bolton.gov.uk
Elaine Gilroy, Start Well Development Officer - Elaine.Gilroy@bolton.gov.uk
My Life in Bolton has details of registered childminders in Bolton, however, please be aware that this will only show providers who have given permission for their details to be public.
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