TOADHALL MONTESSORI NURSERIES AND OUT OF SCHOOL ACADEMY

All childcare staff employed by Toadhall are either ADCE, Btec/NNEB/NVQ/QCF Level 2 and/or Level 3 to Level 5 qualified.   In addition, we have QCF trainees who undergo continual assessment within the workplace, ie Nursery and/or Creche, who are working towards Levels 2 and 3 of the national occupational standards in children’s care, learning and development. (NB – attainment of Level 3 is equivalent to the NNEB qualification).

Toadhall Nursery and Creche also employs a Registration & Finance manager, who works part-time, a cook, who works part time and a full-time maintenance manager and a wrap around care co-ordinator.

All staff undergo an enhanced CRB police check in accordance with the Criminal Records Bureau and CSSIW requirements.

All our staff possess a wealth of experience together with an in-depth knowledge of child development and early years education.    Our Nursery assistants work towards an NVQ Level 3, with training and support from the setting managers.   In addition to in-house training opportunities, Toadhall is committed to the continuous professional development of staff.   All staff members have completed all mandatory training in relation to Safeguarding Children, First Aid, Food Hygiene, Manual Handling etc. at a level in line with their roles and responsibilities.

NB  –  CCLD level 5 is now the equivalent of a CCLD level 4