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In order to understand what any new position will entail before you consider making an application, it’s important to closely pay attention to the job description, found within the application details.

Developing our emotional intelligence helps us manage our own emotions and relationships, understand what others might be feeling, and inspire other people to feel good about themselves and their work.

Promoting health and wellbeing in early education and care to promote health and wellbeing for children and for staff.

Building meaningful connections and secure attachments has long been proven to have a profound impact on child development and wellbeing. Whilst there have been criticisms of the original research from which attachment theory emerged, it is well documented that providing a safe, loving and secure environment for children to build genuine bonds with their caregivers is paramount to their future outcomes.

Hosted by our content manager, Sinead McMahon, and content writer, Emily Askew, don’t miss this webinar recording on the experiences of temporary and bank staff in setting, understanding their strengths and areas we can support through effective leadership and management.

There are a variety of transitions we experience on a daily basis, so many that the list goes on and on… let’s take a closer look at how common, everyday transitions differ, so we can appropriately support children’s experiences throughout their early education and care.  

Welcome to the November edition of  ‘The Institute Times’ - your monthly round up of what’s going on at the Institute and across the early years sector.

It's a privilege to support others to thrive in a passionate workplace. Constructive feedback offers a way to help others in their ongoing practice whilst creating a trustworthy culture in the workplace for everyone to thrive.  

One of the best ways to engage with your baby’s social side is through interacting and playing together!

Join us for a transformative winter wellness webinar, where we will explore practical tips to nourish yourself during the winter months, including breathwork, yoga, mindfulness and more.

A healthy diet is important for every child in their early years and beyond, but children under two years old have particular requirements that should be followed closely to ensure everyone has a healthy, safe and enjoyable experience of food!  

We are going to explore physical activity at home and what it means for young children, whilst offering some ways to overcome barriers for those who might not be able to access outdoor spaces as easily as others.