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Tiney

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Education & Teaching
  • Chester
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You must be 21+, a caring individual with a suitable home, willing to be self-employed, pass a DBS check, and provide a smoke-free environment with access to outdoor space.
  • You will provide quality care and education for children, manage your business, utilize training and support tools, and pursue professional development opportunities in a flexible environment.

Requirements

  • A caring, patient person who loves supporting children and helping them grow.
  • Passionate individuals over the age of 21.
  • Homeowners or renters (with landlord permission) who live in a suitable space – a house or flat (no studio apartments).
  • Someone willing to be self-employed and take on the responsibilities of running a small business.
  • You need to pass a DBS check and have a smoke-free home during business hours.
  • Access to outdoor space; this can be a local park or communal garden.

Responsibilities

  • Flexible Hours & Great Pay: Run your own business from home, around your family’s needs, while earning a competitive income. Earn 17% more than Ofsted registered childminders and learn how to increase your income without increasing your hours.
  • Work with Children & Make an Impact: Help shape the future by providing top-quality care and education for children in your community. Childminding with Tiney allows you to create a nurturing and engaging environment where children can thrive.
  • Comprehensive Support: Tiney offers training, mentoring, and access to a vibrant professional community to help you succeed. Our all-in-one app minimises paperwork and streamlines your daily operations, so you can focus on what matters most: the children.
  • Career Progression: Develop as a practitioner and a business owner through our comprehensive CPD package, webinars, INSET days, and the potential to become a community coach, mentor or a consultant.

FAQs

What are the working hours like for a self-employed childminder with Tiney?

As a self-employed childminder, you can set flexible hours that work around your family's needs, allowing you to create a schedule that suits you best.

What kind of support does Tiney offer to childminders?

Tiney provides comprehensive support that includes training, mentoring, and access to a professional community. The Tiney app also simplifies business operations, helping you minimize paperwork.

How much can I earn as a childminder with Tiney?

Your earnings will depend on the number of children in your care, your set rates, and the hours you work. Most full-time Tiney childminders earn between £30,000 and £40,000 annually, with many earning even more.

What are the requirements to become a self-employed childminder with Tiney?

You need to be a caring and patient individual over the age of 21, have a suitable living space, and be willing to take on the responsibilities of running a small business. Additionally, you must pass a DBS check and maintain a smoke-free home during business hours.

Can I become a childminder if I live in a flat?

Yes, you can become a childminder if you live in a flat, as long as you have landlord permission and your living space is suitable for childminding (studio apartments are not permitted).

Is outdoor space required for childminding?

Yes, you need access to outdoor space for the children in your care, which can be a local park or a communal garden.

What is the potential for career progression as a Tiney childminder?

There are various opportunities for career progression, including professional development through CPD packages, webinars, INSET days, and the potential to become a community coach, mentor, or consultant.

How do I start the process of becoming a childminder with Tiney?

You can apply to join the Tiney community through their website, where you can start your journey toward becoming a self-employed childminder.

Do I need prior experience working with children to apply?

While prior experience with children is beneficial, what’s more important is a caring and passionate attitude towards supporting children's growth and development.

Is there an age limit to become a childminder with Tiney?

Yes, you must be over the age of 21 to apply for the position of a self-employed childminder with Tiney.

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Tiney

On a mission to unlock the potential of every child.

Education
Industry
11-50
Employees
2018
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We're on a mission to unlock the potential of every child. We’re here to give children the best start in life - providing an amazing early years education during the most high impact and formative stages of a child’s development. At tiney, we have a talented team of education experts and those from successful tech startups.