Nursery World - Work Matters: Careers - A day in the life ..Claire Lakin, training co-ordinator

Name: Claire Lakin

Role: Leicester City Council training co-ordinator

Qualifications: Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector, BTEC National Diploma In Caring Services (Nursery Nursing), Introductory Diploma in Leadership & Management

This busy role sits within a team which is responsible for raising quality in childcare provision. Workforce development is key to this because however smart or well equipped a nursery, creche or childminder's home is, it will not be of high quality without well trained staff who are sensitive to the needs of children and families.

The role of the training co-ordinator is to ensure that enough opportunities for appropriate qualification training and continuing professional development are being provided in the city.

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