Childminder
Childminders care for babies, toddlers and children in their own home, providing a safe environment and supporting their learning and development through play and everyday activities.
Day-to-day tasks
- In this role you could:
- Plan activities that encourage children’s learning and development.
- Provide safe indoor and outdoor play.
- Prepare and serve meals.
- Change nappies and prepare bottles for babies.
- Take children to and from playgroup or school.
- Record accidents and report concerns about children’s safety.
- Talk to parents and carers about their child’s day.
Skills & knowledge
You'll need:
- Sensitivity and understanding.
- The ability to work well with others.
- Patience and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- A desire to help people.
- An understanding of people’s reactions.
- Basic computer or handheld device skills.
Industry Qualifications
Any person acting as a childminder on the Isle of Man will need to be registered with DHSC's R & I Team (parents and relatives are exempt) - information can be found on the Isle of Man Government website.
Relevant training includes home-based childcare, paediatric first aid, safeguarding and food safety.
UCM, Coram PACEY and the Early Years Alliance provide information about childminding and training.