Area Co-ordinator
Greater London West
Contact: volunteering@iasupport.org
Main tasks and activities:
• Liaising with colleagues at National Office to draw up annual activity plans for the area.
• Assisting with the recruitment of other volunteers and supporting them to increase capacity in the area.
• Acting as the main contact for the group in the area.
• Act as a finance signatory and work with the National Office to agree any budgetary requirements.
• Attending quarterly online volunteer network meetings to share information with National Office and others in the group network.
• Attending the annual Information Day/AGM, acting as the Company Law Member.
• Organising meetings for volunteers in the area to share updates and information.
• Leading on the production of the annual report to highlight the impact that the group has made to members and the wider community.
• Champion all relevant IA group policies and keeping informed of any updates to these policies.
• Ensuring that the group acts in the best interests of members, in line with the group agreement.
Are you the person we are looking for? Why not visit the volunteer profile for more information.
Area Co-ordinator
South East London and West Kent IA
Contact: volunteering@iasupport.org
Main tasks and activities:
• Liaising with colleagues at National Office to draw up annual activity plans for the area.
• Assisting with the recruitment of other volunteers and supporting them to increase capacity in the area.
• Acting as the main contact for the group in the area.
• Act as a finance signatory and work with the National Office to agree any budgetary requirements.
• Attending quarterly online volunteer network meetings to share information with National Office and others in the group network.
• Attending the annual Information Day/AGM, acting as the Company Law Member.
• Organising meetings for volunteers in the area to share updates and information.
• Leading on the production of the annual report to highlight the impact that the group has made to members and the wider community.
• Champion all relevant IA group policies and keeping informed of any updates to these policies.
• Ensuring that the group acts in the best interests of members, in line with the group agreement.
Are you the person we are looking for? Why not visit the volunteer profile for more information.
Facilities Cleaning Assistant (Role K)
£12,904 per annum (based on the full time equivalent salary of £23,550) Part time - 20 hours per week, 6 am to 10 am Monday to Friday
Closing Date: Wednesday 11 February 2026
Job ref: 01/26
To ensure that we maintain our spaces to a high standard, we require Facilities Cleaning Assistants who will work to our cleaning schedules, are willing to learn and contribute to the cleaning team in working together to achieve the highest standard of cleaning here at LUU.
You will work with the Facilities Supervisor and Cleaning Manager to ensure that we provide an effective cleaning service. A ‘safety and service first’ approach is required for this role and is vital in being successful.
What we're looking for
The successful candidate will have previous building cleaning experience and experience of working within a multi-use building. Good communication skills, reliability, and the ability to clean to a high standard is essential. Flexibility and a positive can-do attitude is required.
If this sounds like you, we are looking forward to meeting you and talking about the next steps in this exciting opportunity.
Please note that this role involves carrying out cleaning duties in areas where alcohol is served, and involves evening and weekend work.
What you get in return
The benefits you can enjoy include extensive opportunities for learning and further development, NUS TOTUM Card, onsite venue staff discounts, discounted travel card, and discounted gym membership.
Sounds good?
For further details, please download an application pack below. In your application, please explain how you meet the person specification and what you can bring to the team here at LUU. If you have any further questions please contact hr@luu.ac.uk.
Facilities Assistant Application Pack
Leeds University Union (LUU) is a charity that helps over 38,000 students Love their time at Leeds. Located at the heart of campus, the Union is a space to meet people, make new friends and get involved.
Find out more about Leeds University Union at www.luu.ac.uk or follow us on X@LeedsUniUnion and Instagram.
LUU highly values inclusivity and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Key Dates
Closing Date: 9am Wednesday 11 February 2026
Interviews: Friday 20 February 2026
Proposed Start Date: Monday 23 February 2026
Working in the UK:
Details
£12,904.00 per year
Location: Leeds, LS2 9JZ, GB
Education and Professional Development Administrator
£31,531 per annum plus excellent benefits
London WC1 and home-based/hybrid with expectation to work at London office 40% of the time
35 hours per week, full-time
9-month Fixed Term Contract
The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is seeking an organised and proactive Education and Professional Development Administrator to provide essential administrative support for the development, delivery and evaluation of educational and professional development resources for paediatricians and healthcare professionals.
Reporting to the Education and Professional Development Co-ordinator, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of our education services. From handling enquiries and coordinating meetings to supporting online and face-to-face courses, your work will help deliver high-quality learning experiences that make a real difference to child health.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing administrative supportfor Education and Professional Development (EPD) services, including managing feedback processes, updating contact databases, compiling usage reports and maintaining filing systems.
- Administering online learning systems, such as ePortfolio, learning management systems and website content management systems.
- Processing financial transactionsfor EPD activities, including purchase orders, invoices, card payments and expense claims; obtaining quotes from suppliers.
- Drafting documentsusing agreed templates, such as evaluation reports, minutes, eLearning reviews and course pages.
- Booking resources and facilities, including meeting rooms, catering, accommodation, travel and equipment; ensuring effective diary management.
- Handling phone and email enquiriesand directing queries to the appropriate team member.
- Coordinating and servicing meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes and distributing documentation.
- Supporting the delivery of learning events, including virtual courses/webinars and face-to-face sessions.
Essential skills and experience:
- Proven administrative experience, ideally in an education or training environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and confidence using online systems.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
- Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Desirable:
- Experience supporting educational events or courses, including virtual delivery platforms.
- Familiarity with learning management systems and ePortfolio platforms.
The RCPCH has more than 25,000 members and fellows and employs around 200 staff, most of whom work in our London office in Holborn. We have a Devolved Nations team operating from Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Our College values: Include, Influence, Innovate and Inspire, are important to us. These values ensure we bring out the best in each other, strive forward together to make the College a positive and dynamic place to work.
The RCPCH champions Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Our workplace is inclusive, offering a supportive environment where staff can thrive. The College is keen to accept applications from people with protected characteristics. We believe that our staff should represent all of the diverse communities we serve. Join us to help realise our vision of a world where every child is healthy and well.
The College operates a flexible and modern working policy, whereby our colleagues work in the office for a minimum of 40% over a 4 week cycle and the remainder from home.
The RCPCH is committed to safeguarding the children, young people and adults it has contact with in the exercise of its functions and responsibilities. The RCPCH expects all staff to share this commitment – we place a high priority on ensuring only those who do so are recruited to work for us.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records.
Closing date: 25 January 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications...
An Independent Islamic School for pupils aged 2-16 Afifah Academy manages Afifah School, which consists of a Nursery, a Primary School and a Secondary Girls School. Registered Charity No: 1120284 Company No. 5512936 Principal: Abdul Huy Malek LLB (Hons) Recruiting Now – January 2026 Are you looking to challenge yourself and make a real difference in young people’s lives? Here at Afifah, we are continually looking for people who have a real passion for young people and want to progress in their roles. At Afifah School, we offer a welcoming Islamic environment where values are at the heart of everything we do. With small class sizes, staff benefit from more meaningful interactions and a supportive teaching atmosphere. We pride ourselves on excellent pupil behaviour and a calm learning environment, alongside opportunities for professional development and career progression within our close-knit team. High School Religious Education Teacher – Part Time Years 7-11 (11 hours per week on Tues & Thurs) Starting from Feb/March 26 Qualifications: Essential: A degree in a related subject and GCSE Maths and English grade C or equivalent. Essential: Teaching qualification Experience: Essential: Minimum of 2 year’s teaching experience Remuneration: starting at £7,328 per annum for M1 equivalent and rising to £10,508 for M6 equivalent, depending on qualifications and experience Application: Please forward your CV to f.hafezji@afifah.co.uk no later than 6th February 2026 Safer Recruitment Statement: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks including an Enhanced DBS check and Prohibition Order check. 86 Clifton Street, Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 9GN. Tel: 0161 872 1516 Email: admin@afifah.co.uk Website: www.afifahschool.co.uk
Job Title: Charity Shop Retail Assistant (Casual) Location: Langport Hours: As and when required (flexible shifts) Pay: National Minimum Wage Reports to: Charity Shop Manager About the Role: We’re on the lookout for friendly, flexible people to join our charity shop team on a casual basis . This is a great opportunity if you’re looking for flexible, part -time work or want to pick up extra shifts now and again. You’ll be helping out with the day -to-day running of the shop — greeting customers, sorting donations, working on the till, and keeping everything looking great. Perfect for someone who’s organised, enjoys chatting with people, and wants to support a good cause. What You’ll Be Doing: • Helping customers and providing great service • Operating the till and handling cash/card payments • Sorting and pricing donations • Restocking shelves and arranging displays • Keeping the shop clean, tidy and welcoming • Supporting volunteers and working closely with the shop manager • Promoting our charity’s work and encouraging donations What We’re Looking For: • Someone friendly, approachable, and helpful • Reliable and happy to step in when needed • Retail or customer service experience is a bonus, but not essential • Comfortable working as part of a team and independently • A genuine interest in charity work and helping others What You’ll Get: • Flexible hours to suit your availability • Staff discount on items in -store • Supportive and friendly team environment • Training provided on the job • The chance to make a real difference in your local community This is a casual position, with shifts offered as needed — ideal if you’re looking for flexible work without a fixed schedule. Interested? Pop into the shop or email Langport.Manager@Secretworld.org for more details!
Location: Haywards Heath
Salary: £4,848.48
Closing Date: 30/01/2026 17:00
Position Type: {Advertised Full Time / Part Time}
Expiry Date: 30/01/2026 17:00
The Vacancy
This is an exciting opportunity for a Catering Assistant to join our busy team. The role involves assisting in the preparation of service and dining areas, food service, cleaning of equipment, utensils and working areas whilst maintaining correct levels of Health and Safety.
The Company
To view the full job description please see the documents attached at the bottom of the page. To apply please click the green 'apply' button in the top right-hand corner. If you require further information please contact the HR team on 01444 893192 or email
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Ardingly College is an independent co-educational boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 2 -18, a member of the HMC and a school of the Woodard Corporation. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees are required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post including enhanced DBS checks.
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Role: Volunteer Sales and Engagement Assistants
Location: Remote (UK only) and/or hybrid to Brighton.
Hours: Flexible and to be discussed, a minimum of two hours per week.
Contract: These voluntary roles have an initial commitment of two months, with the possibility of review or extension.
Reports to: Head of Marketing
Who we are
Grassroots Suicide Prevention (GSP) is a national charity committed to the timely intervention and prevention of suicide. We work to empower people to help save lives through connecting, educating, and campaigning nationally. Our vision is a future where more lives are saved from suicide.
About the roles
We are seeking some dedicated and enthusiastic and dynamic volunteers to support our sales and engagement of our courses. As a Sales and Engagement Assistant, you will work closely with the Head of Marketing and the wider Training team to do any activities such as research, outreach, engage audiences, write copy, support sales campaigns, develop case studies. This role is ideal for someone passionate about sales and marketing, eager to develop their skills and CV, and motivated by making a difference in the mental health and suicide prevention sector.
Supporting documents
Sales Assistant – Job Description.pdf
Applications
Please email a cover letter explaining which areas of marketing you could offer to us, with any examples of your work and your CV to carrie@prevent-suicide.org.uk. We will be interviewing potential applicants on a rolling basis.
Night Care Assistant – Wallsend
Location: Wallsend
Hourly Rate: £12.97 per hour
Hours: 36 hours per week, 12 hours per day
We currently have an opportunity for a Night Care Assistant to join Eothen Homes. The successful candidates will be based at our Wallsend care home working 36 hours per week, 12 hours per day.
We are looking for someone who is intuitive and aware of what matters most in life, who can demonstrate compassion and empathy and who is committed to improving the quality of life for older people. A major part of your role will be to enable and support people to remain as independent as possible by adopting a person centered approach in an environment that feels like home.
Experience of working in a care setting could be an advantage but is not essential.
The successful candidate will provide physical support and personal care to the residents of the home.
Benefits include:
Fully funded BUPA cash back scheme to all employees, benefits include dental treatments, optical treatments, prescriptions, therapies and access to shopping discounts to numerous high street and on line stores.
Paid breaks.
Birthday off.
Paid overtime.
Public holiday working will attract time and a half.
Requirements:
An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check will be required.
This is your chance to make a difference!
Job vacancy: Area Director for Ireland
Full-time permanent role based in Belfast.
UFM Worldwide exists to support churches in making disciples of all nations. Our priorities are to take the gospel to the least reached and to support under resourced churches around the world.
Since 1931 we’ve had the privilege of helping churches to identify, train, send and support workers for cross cultural mission. Today, we support over 300 mission partners from 35 nations, sent by over 148 gospel hearted churches to serve in 50 different countries.
We are looking to appoint a full-time Area Director, based in our Belfast office. The role is wide ranging, reports to the Head of Personnel & Deputy Director and includes:
- Developing the work of UFM Worldwide in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland
- Pastoral support for the mission partners sent from and serving in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland
- Developing relationships with like-minded evangelical churches and organisations
- Managing the Belfast office and staff, and maintaining regular contact with the other UFM offices
The successful candidate will:
- Have a heart for mission and a love for people
- Be an excellent public speaker with Bible teaching and pastoral experience
- Have previous experience operating in a Christian environment
- Demonstrate good leadership, administration and organisational skills
- Have the ability to work alone without direct supervision
A job description can be found here. To request an application form or further information, please contact:
recruitment@ufm.org.uk, 01793 610 515.
here. To request an application form or further information, please contact:
recruitment@ufm.org.uk, 01793 610 515.
The closing date for applications is Friday 6th March 2026, with interviews for those shortlisted being held in Belfast on Thursday 19th March 2026.
Within the terms of the Equalities Act 2010, it is a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the successful candidate agrees with and signs UFM Worldwide’s Statement of Faith.
UFM Worldwide is a registered Charity in England & Wales (No. 219946) and in Scotland (No. SC039343)
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Volunteer Profile – Nursery Assistant Responsibilities and expectations. 1. To support the staff in the Nursery to carry out their roles in relation to the welfare and education of the children. 2. To support the staff in the setting up and putting away of equipment necessary to support the delivery of the curriculum. 3. To help the children access the learning opportunities created during individual, group and Choose times. 4. To support the staff in the delivery of structured work sessions. 5. To help the children to develop their self-help skills and independence: dressing, toileting, eating and drinking. 6. To support the development of the children’s communication skills by being prepared to learn about alternative and augmented systems of communication 7. To be prepared to read charity policies and abide by our Code of Conduct. 8. You are warmly invited to attend our staff meetings as well as any of our in-house training session. 9. Willingness to attend an induction session for volunteers is expected. DBS CHECKS Volunteers aged 16 and over, who will be volunteering at Autism Early Support (Circle Centre) for longer than a 2 week period will need to have a DBS Check completed. For the purposes of this criminal record check the DBS define a volunteer as somebody who is working purely for the benefit of others. Please also note that unpaid work towards a course or qualification or for work experience is not classed as voluntary by the DBS. Charges for DBS checks are: £62.00 or £18.00 for a volunteer (as defined above). We ask volunteers to pay the relevant one of these costs. Autism Early Support (Circle Centre) will however reimburse any volunteer who is long standing and completes 100 hours of volunteering support for us. (This equates to one day a week for 6 months, or two days a week for 3 months). If volunteers wish to have a portable disclosure that are available, then they will be required to pay the additional costs of that themselves. AES can then complete a status check free of charge on the Portable DBS check and no additional costs are incurred. Autism Early Support is committed to Equality of Opportunity
We are looking for a Nursery Assistant at our Castlethoepr Nursery. Castlethorpe nursery is a lovely converted chapel situated in a quiet village a few miles north of Milton Keynes. It was the first Acorn nursery to open and was established in 1989.
This is a full time position, 40 hours Monday - Friday between the hours of 07.15-18.30
Role:
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To support a holistic approach to the curriculum
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To ensure basic care needs of individual children are met
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To ensure a high level of well-being among children
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To have a good understanding of Acorn’s ethos, values, policies and procedures and that they are reflected in daily practice
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A good working knowledge and practice of the EYFS and safeguarding procedures
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To assist in the smooth day to day running of your group
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To carry out tasks requested
Responsibility
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To ensure the interactions with children are high quality and based on individual need/stage of development
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To demonstrate a positive approach to children’s behaviour working in-line with our policy and procedure
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To ensure there are professional, positive relationships demonstrated with parents
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To ensure the environment offers rich, first hand learning opportunities for all children which accommodates a holistic approach to the curriculum
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To support in making sure resources and equipment are readily available, accessible and replenished both inside and outside
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To ensure children’s interests are being met and appropriate teaching methods are being used to extend children’s thinking and learning.
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To support all staff, working as part of a team, adapting your role as necessary, and taking on specific responsibilities as required, including supporting inexperienced staff.
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To be responsive and aware of the individual needs of children.
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To ensure all children are making progress to their full potential
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To understand and implement planning in the moment
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To carry out observations regularly and are of high quality and in-line with Acorn’s recommendations for planning in the moment
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To ensure all children are given the opportunity to be independent
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To ensure all children have the opportunity to be physically challenged
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To support with paperwork in relation to the child, for example care plans, all about me forms, medicine forms, transition forms and two-year progress check (where appropriate) etc
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To understand the key person approach and be an effective key person
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To cascade any information or updates to the management and your staff team
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To keep abreast and adhere with changes in accordance to Acorn’s policies and procedures
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To safeguard all children in our care
Expectations
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To have a good understanding of Acorn’s core values, ethos and policies and ensure these are reflected in practice
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A high-quality provision to support children’s learning across the curriculum
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To value parents as partners
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For all children to be happy, confident, self-assured and independent
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Effective communication with management, staff, children and parents
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To role model outstanding practice and positive behaviour management
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Job Title: Nursery Assistant
Job Purpose: To assist in the planning, provision and maintenance of an emotionally secure, safe, consistent, supportive and caring environment appropriate to the individual needs of young children and their families.
Salary: £24,444 per annum for over 21 years of age Full time, £15,238 for over 21 years of age per annum 24 hours, £10,158 for over 21 years of age per annum 16 hours, £12.21 per hour for Bank staff
Contract: Permanent
Reporting to: Lead Practitioner
Responsible for: Children, Students & Volunteers
Hours of work: Full time to cover between the hours of 7:45am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. Part time for 24 or 16 hours and Bank staff will be considered. This post is all year round.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
Take an active role in the day to day planning and delivery of the all-round care of the children in accordance with the Charity policies.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not confined to the following:
- Children
Ensure all activities within your areas are appropriately delivered, evaluated and recorded.
Ensure accurate records are maintained for all children.
Support and maintain communication throughout the Charity.
Provide a positive training placement to trainees and volunteers.
Promote and value children’s experiences within an anti-discriminatory framework.
Foster respectful and warm relationships with children by taking part in activities with them.
Take an active role in arrangement of daily activities to meet the developmental needs of each individual child in your care.
Monitor and maintain records on each child’s development in your Keyworker group. Liaise with parents, other team members and professionals as appropriate.
Ensure high standards of care and encourage personal hygiene with all of the children being consistently observant of their general health and welfare.
Maintain a child centred environment, reviewing room layout, appropriate displays and play materials to ensure the environment is stimulating and attractive.
Be aware of and implement all of the Charity’s Policies including Child Protection & Safeguarding, Equal Opportunities and Behaviour Management.
Be responsible for all children left in your care.
- Parents
Encourage parental involvement in every aspect of your work.
Ensure good communication between staff and parents by taking and passing on messages, answering the door/phone, explaining policies and keeping parents fully informed about their child day at the Charity.
- Centre responsibilities
Work as a member of the team while accepting the individual responsibilities of the post.
Attend staff and other meetings as required.
Participate in fund-raising events.
Undertake training and regular appraisals as part of your personal and professional development.
Monitor the conditions of the toys and equipment in terms of health and safety and report any concerns immediately.
Work in compliance with the health and safety policy at all times.
Maintain high levels of record keeping as necessary in the course of your work e.g. accident book, register, daily diary.
Support students, trainees and volunteers under the supervision of the senior staff.
Serve meals and prepare snacks for the children, supervise mealtimes and clear away afterwards ensuring children are eating and drinking adequately.
Maintain the cleanliness of the nursery undertaking cleaning and laundry duties as required.
Undertake any other duties required in keeping with the aims of this post.
Individual Specification
Essential
- GCSE English & maths at grade D or above
- Experience of providing care & educational experiences for children under 5
- Knowledge of educational, developmental and health needs of children under 5
- Willingness to work towards a Level 3 qualification in Years & Childcare
- Willingness to work towards the creation of a caring, safe atmosphere for all using the nursery/centre
- Ability to comm...