Starting a career in childcare

Be part of something big - Early Years Careers Campaign (Opens in New Window)

Thinking of a career in childcare? 
Find out about working in a nursery, pre-school, as a childminder or working in before and after school clubs

Becoming a childminder

Setting up a nursery and pre-school

Have a question?

If your questions about a career in childcare have not been answered in the above guides, please email Earlyyearsadvisory@hounslow.gov.uk

Childcare: application review (Opens in New Window)

This guidance outlines what happens after you submit your application to register as a

  • childminder
  • nanny
  • nursery or other daycare (childcare on non-domestic premises)
  • nursery or other daycare (childcare on domestic premises)

Once you are registered