Whether you are in work, changing jobs or looking for employment, People and Business Development is here to help.

For early years workers, we offer a full range of qualifications in children’s care, learning and development from level 2 to level 4, as well as level 3 certificates in Safeguarding Children and Early Years Foundation Stage. For Playworkers we offer a similar range of playwork qualifications.  We also offer level 3 transitional awards which enable those qualified in either sector to work in the other.

Anyone moving or hoping to move into a team leader or management role – whether in early years or elsewhere – should consider taking one of the highly respected ILM qualifications. We provide all the training, support, materials and assessment for ILM awards and certificates at level 2 (team leading) and level 3 (first line management). For experienced managers we also offer the Senior Award of a City & Guilds Licentiateship  .We also offer a wide range of standalone courses in business management and early years practice.

Regardless of your age, your employer should normally be able to access funding for the full cost of an apprenticeship or advanced apprenticeship. Funding is normally also available for standalone NVQs as well as ILM qualifications. This applies to volunteers as well as full and part-time employees.  And for learners who want to pay their own fees, we can offer highly competitive rates and excellent value for money. If you need any information on costs or funding, just ask us.

We use technology to take the drudgery out of learning and to make it rewarding, enjoyable – and fast! But we do expect learners to be committed, and to produce work and attend meetings at the agreed times. We will ask you to sign up to a contract which sets out your commitments, and what you can expect from us in return.