Working in Early Years and Playwork allows people who care about children, families and local communities to make a real difference - and gives them a rewarding, satisfying career that can extend as far as they wish.

Opportunities for long term careers that are both financially and personally rewarding have grown as National and Local Government have pushed children to the forefront of their agendas.

These web pages will provide you with information on childcare careers, vacancy and volunteering opportunities, becoming a registered childminder and on continuous professional development.

Leeds City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For general enquiries about childcare careers contact the Childcare Workforce Development Team on 0113 39 50909 or email childcareworkforceteam@leeds.gov.uk

Children Leeds is the partnership between all services that work with children and young people in Leeds. To find out more go to: