Working as a Family Day Carer (in your own home) or an In-Home Carer (in the child’s home) is a rewarding business and career opportunity.
It may suit you if you:
➢ Have a positive attitude to children, families and their needs
➢ Are experienced in working with children
➢ Know about children’s needs, child development and how to support their learning
➢ Can work flexible hours
➢ Want to start and build your own business
Family Day Carer
Family Day Care offers you the opportunity to pursue a satisfying career caring for children in your own home. You will:
➢ Create a safe and secure environment in your own home that helps young children grow and develop
➢ Promote learning through fun activities and experiences
➢ Enhance relationships through meaningful interactions
➢ Manage your own small business, promoting your services to your local community
Wanslea Family Day Care Scheme provides a Coordination Unit to support and monitor Family Day Care. We offer training, guidance and resources such as play sessions and networking opportunities.
For eligible families to receive fee assistance, Family Day Carers must be part of a scheme.
To become a Wanslea Carer, you must apply to the Coordination Unit and meet a selection criteria. You will also be required to obtain a license to operate your service. Wanslea can assist you through the licencing process.
To get started, contact us and ask for a Wanslea Family Day Care information pack.
In-Home Carer
In-Home Care offers you the opportunity to operate your own business, caring for children in their own home. If you are able to work flexible hours and have a passion for working with children, then becoming an In-Home Care may be an option for you.
To be an In-Home Carer, you will need:
➢ Senior First Aid Certificate
➢ Written references
➢ A National Police Clearance
➢ Public liability insurance
➢ To meet Wanslea’s selection requirements for In Home Care providers
Wanslea can assist you with any information you require to find out if In-Home Care is a career choice you would like to make. If you decide to become a Wanslea In-Home Carer, Wanslea will provide you with on-going support, training and professional development opportunities and a great network of other carers.
To get started contact us for more information or call us during business hours on (08) 9245 2441 or Freecall 1800 444 262.