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Drawing on over 12 years of experience of running a business from her own home, Allison Lee gets to the heart of what it's really like to be a childminder.Whether you are thinking of starting out and would like an honest account of all that the job entails, or you are already experienced in the role and are looking for some tips from a fellow childminder, this is the book for you! The book looks at: * The role of the childminder * The daily routine * Working in partnership with parents * What it is like to work from home, for you and your family * How to arrange your fees and contracts * How to deal with common issues such as illness and behaviour * How to respond to complaints Illustrated throughout with real life examples, this book will provide all childminders with tried and tested support, advice and tips on how to do the job well, from one professional to another.

Table of Contents:
Introduction Chapter 1 The role of the childminder Carer Teacher Behaviourist Chef Nurse Cleaner Supervisor Friend Chapter 2 Essential training for the job Diploma in Home-based Childcare Quality Assurance Child protection First aid Optional training Chapter 3 Skills needed for the job Patience Stamina Planning and organisation Paperwork Flexibility Tolerance Assertiveness A good listener Chapter 4 Commitment Are you doing the right thing? Coping with demands of working from home Pacing yourself Believing in yourself and your ability to succeed Chapter 5 Taking charge of your first child What exactly are customers looking for? Finding customers First impressions Being prepared Organising your home and family life Chapter 6 Working in Partnership with Parents Family structures Understanding parents' feelings The involved parents The unavailable parents The busy parents The "you deal with it" parents The difficult parents The unable to cope parents Chapter 7 Daily Routines A typical daily routine Drop offs Breakfast School/Nursery/Playgroup runs Feeding patterns for babies Toddler groups and support groups Lunch Planned outings and activities School collections Tea Homework Home time Chapter 8 Additional Requests Doctors/health visitor's appointments Hairdresser's appointments After school clubs Chapter 9 Problems Contract disputes Fees Holidays Illness Potty training Manners Sleep patterns Working with another childminder or assistant Chapter 10 Writing and implementing policies Behaviour Confidentiality Equal opportunity Sick children When parents disagree with your policies Chapter 11 Remaining Positive Being a reflective practitioner Feeling valued Receiving a complaint Self appraisal Chapter 12 Career Opportunities Support childminding Community childminding Accredited childminding Tutoring Network co-ordinator Index

About the Author :
Allison Lee has been working in the childcare industry for almost 25 years and has a wealth of experience in nursery management. She owns and runs a small chain of nurseries, and her business has been rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted.

Review :
'If you are looking for a book to tell it like it is and give you some good advice, this may be the book for you' Sara Hooper, National Childminding Association, June 2008


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781441169532
  • Publisher: Continuum Publishing Corporation
  • Publisher Imprint: Continuum Publishing Corporation
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1441169539
  • Publisher Date: 15 Mar 2008
  • Binding: Digital (delivered electronically)
  • No of Pages: 152


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