Childcare Approval Scheme
The Home Childcare Approval Scheme in Wales took effect in
February 2007 and is being run by Nestor Primecare Services Ltd,
the Approval Body, under contract to the National Assembly for
Wales.
The Scheme allows childcare providers, such as nannies who are
unable to register with the CSSIW, a way of being apporved as
suitable childcare. By using an approved carer, a parent may be
able to claim the childcare element of the Working Tax Credit.
The approval fee, payable on application, is currently £99 and
includes the cost of an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure
(CRB check), maintenance of the website, a telephone helpline, an
appeals process and all administrative costs and VAT.
The scheme is voluntary and only applies to childcare provided
in Wales.
In order to be approved under this scheme the carer has to meet
the following criteria at the point of application or renewal:
- Must be aged 18 years or over.
- Must have an existing qualification on the National Framework
of Accredited Qualifications for Early Years, Childcare and
Playwork at level 2 or higher.
- Hold a first aid certificate which is less than three years
old, suitable for the care of babies and young children and which
covers dealing with emergencies, resuscitation, shock, choking and
anaphylactic shock.
- Be able to demonstrate that there is nothing in their past
which would suggest that they are unsuitable to care for children
(usually via a CRB check). Approval is valid for twelve
months.
For more information, you can download a pdf document with
frequently asked questions
Childcare Approval Scheme
Contact
Childcare Approval Scheme Wales
Tel: 0844 736 0260
Website: Childcare
Approval Scheme