Managing the Market and Securing Sufficient Inclusive Early Years Provision

This recorded session is for officers responsible for and working in childcare market management and early years sufficiency planning. Sufficiency action plans may require the creation of a small number of places in a certain area or may involve finding additional places for a specific age group.

Effective recruitment and retention are vital for maintaining high standards of care and education. Ensuring that we have the right staff who are committed and well-supported is crucial for providing consistent, quality care to children. This short recording aims to provide viewers with actionable strategies to attract and retain high-quality staff. Hear a Provider discuss the current landscape, effective recruitment strategies, and practical retention techniques. Watch on Vimeo here

Effective management of invoicing consumables and charging structures is crucial for maintaining transparency and fairness as required by the DfE statutory and operational guidance. This recording considers the requirements of the operational guidance and explores invoicing good practice. Hear first-hand a provider’s experience of defining Consumables vs. Equipment and Resources, how to develop fair and transparent charging structures as well as considering the importance of monitoring and Reviewing...