There are new regulations aplicable from April. These allow nannies, and childminders for children of eight and over, to become approved childcarers. this still involves a CRB check, and the individual must be 18 or over, have a basic childcare qulaification or have attended a chidlcare induction course and have a valid first aid certificate. They are then approved for purposes of WTC childcare element. Go to www.surestart.gov.uk/childcareapproval Approval is run by Nestor Primecare Services helpline number 0845 7678 111
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