Free training advice


  • Are you considering your next step on the training and qualification ladder?
  • Do you need help finding the best route for you?

A training officer can advise you on all aspects of training and continuous professional development.

If you would like a discussion about your staff or your training needs, please telephone the Early Years and Childcare Training Unit 01379 678380.

Training consultation service for childcare settings
A training Officer can visit your setting and meet with the manager/leader and the person who makes financial decisions (such as the chair or owner of the setting).
We provide a supportive informal service, through information, advice and guidance. We help prepare a training plan for the setting and help with any training funding issues you may have.
This is useful for professional development of staff and within the setting itself for business planning purposes. It can also provide useful evidence, for example, in preparation for Ofsted inspections towards training action plans.

Training consultation service for childminders
The service is available to childminders. Usually a training officer would visit a small group of childminders. Please telephone the Early Years and Childcare Training Unit to register your interest on 01379 678380.