Working with children is both demanding and rewarding. We examine potential child-focused roles, the legal requirements and the qualifications you need to work with children.
December's Most Popular Articles...
Children Act 2004:
The Children Act 2004 provides the legal basis for how social services and other agencies deal with issues relating to children.
These guidelines have been laid… [0 views in Dec]
Child Psychologist:
A child psychologist is a psychologist who has a special interest in the issues and problems faced by children.
Why do Some Children Need Psychologists?
Children –… [0 views in Dec]
Child Protection and Working With Children:
In our changing society, it has become necessary to constantly review the welfare and protection of children. With this in mind the… [0 views in Dec]
Becoming a Childminder:
Childminding has become one of the most important aspects of any working mother’s life in the last two decades. With the numbers of working mothers now increasing… [0 views in Dec]
Can a 17 Year Old Look After a Child?:
Thanks for your question. It sounds like you have a particular person in mind, and that they will be looking after one specific… [0 views in Dec]
Building Confidence in Children:
The importance of building confidence in kids cannot be over-estimated. Confidence and self-esteem are the foundations on which a healthy life can be… [0 views in Dec]
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Remya Re: Becoming a Special Needs Volunteer
My name is Remya, I am an international MA Education student at Canterbury Christ Church University.I did my Bachelors in…
4 December 2025
Cynthia Re: Becoming a Special Needs Volunteer
My name is Cynthia , and I have a strong interest in supporting children with special needs. I deeply admire the work your…
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Trace Re: Working at a Children's Home
Hi I am just wondering I am keen to work I. A children home having been in care myself I have no gcsc in childcare
30 June 2024
Kate Re: Working in Respite Care for Children
Hello, there As lots of people here seem to be, I am an SEMH/SEND teacher and have met multiple parents over the years…
Pat Re: Becoming a Special Needs Volunteer
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