Bold, agile HR services That support your most valuable asset.

your people.

Straight talking, no nonsense HR that goes beyond templates and helplines so you can focus on growing your business with confidence.

Trusted HR services Designed for Early Years settings and Childcare Providers

Straight-talking, no-nonsense HR that gives you

time back to focus on your team and the children in your care.

Our HR services Are Tailored to early years settings and childcare providers.

Whether you own or run a nursery, pre-school, after school or holiday club, we have bespoke solutions with varying levels of flexible support to suit your business needs.

The problem

Finding good quality, relevant HR support for childcare settings shouldn't be this difficult. But somehow, it is.

Despite the sector's unique pressures (staffing, ratios, funded hours not reflecting real costs, paperwork and more) many settings find themselves tied in to lengthy contracts with large HR consultancies offering them one-size-fits-all solutions.

The Solution

So we've created HR support specifically for Early Years settings and childcare providers. HR support that understands how to navigate safeguarding and children's welfare alongside employment law.

So you can wave goodbye to:

- Generic advice that doesn't quite fit

- Being passed from person to person and having to explain your setting all over again

- That constant worry about whether your policies and contracts are actually up-to-date with changing legislation and guidance.

Instead we work alongside you as a trusted partner – taking the time to really get to know your setting, so the support you receive is tailored, accessible and flexible around you.

Our HR services Are Tailored to early years settings and childcare providers.

Whether you own or run a nursery, pre-school, after school or holiday club, we have bespoke solutions with varying levels of flexible support to suit your business needs.

The problem

Finding good quality, relevant HR support for childcare settings shouldn't be this difficult. But somehow, it is.

Despite the sector's unique pressures (staffing, ratios, funded hours not reflecting real costs, paperwork and more) many settings find themselves tied in to lengthy contracts with large HR consultancies offering them one-size-fits-all solutions.

The Solution

So we've created HR support specifically for Early Years settings and childcare providers. HR support that understands how to navigate safeguarding and children's welfare alongside employment law.

So you can wave goodbye to:

- Generic advice that doesn't quite fit

- Being passed from person to person and having to explain your setting all over again

- That constant worry about whether your policies and contracts are actually up-to-date with changing legislation and guidance.

Instead we work alongside you as a trusted partner – taking the time to really get to know your setting, so the support you receive is tailored, accessible and flexible around you.

There are three ways you can work with us

Expert HR Consulting Options

The Childcare HR Club

Gain access to our hub of over a hundred policies, contracts and templates created specifically for the Early Years and Childcare sector – all in once place, always compliant.

Find out more

Pay-As-You-Go

Need urgent HR support but don't want a retained package? We provide ad-hoc HR advice so you can get problems sorted as and when they arise.

Find out more

Monthly Packages

We offer varying levels of retained monthly packages that we build around you and your settings' needs.

Find out more

There are three ways you can work with us

Expert HR Consulting Options

The Childcare HR Club

Gain access to our hub of over a hundred policies, contracts and templates created specifically for the Early Years and Childcare sector – all in once place, always compliant.

Find out more

Pay-As-You-Go

Need urgent HR support but don't want a retained package? We provide ad-hoc HR advice so you can get problems sorted as and when they arise.

Find out more

Monthly Packages

We offer varying levels of retained monthly packages that we build around you and your settings' needs.

Find out more

Don't Just Take Our Word For It

What Our Clients Say

Joanne Presland, Former Director

St. Andrews Pre-School

Ella and her team have been vital in giving us sound advice and support and a friendly listening ear since we appointed them.

St Andrews pre-school has been through so much turmoil for the last year. We had a staffing issue, which was complicated and stressful. Ella reassured us and helped us reach a swift and agreeable conclusion. We also used Childcare HR’s recruitment services to employ several members of staff and have been very impressed with the service we have received. Childcare HR go above and beyond to help us, providing us with expert advice and reassuring and caring responses.

Jordan Murray

Good As Gold Childminding Services Ltd

In March 2024, we reached out to Childcare HR for help with a tricky employee relations issue and to manage a safe exit. From the very start, Ella and her friendly, knowledgeable team made the process feel so much less overwhelming and we quickly realised just how much they could bring to our business.

What we thought would be one-off support has turned into a valuable long-term partnership. They’ve helped us with recruitment, set us up with a really useful staff handbook and policies, and even pointed us towards other trusted services when we’ve needed them.

Pamela Stein, Founder

The Leadership Wizard

Ella from Childcare HR provides a professional but personal service to myself and my training participants. Ella recently presented at our Early Years Leaders Retreat giving advice to all participants on employment law and managing difficult conversations. With one participant commenting that it “allowed them to think about their current policies and know that there is someone out there can support them to ensure that they are on the right track.”

I would highly recommend Childcare HR for advice on HR issues within nursery settings.

Caroline Taylor, Director

Mossley Hill Childcare

In March 2024, we reached out to Childcare HR for help with a tricky employee relations issue and to manage a safe exit. From the very start, Ella and her friendly, knowledgeable team made the process feel so much less overwhelming and we quickly realised just how much they could bring to our business.

What we thought would be one-off support has turned into a valuable long-term partnership. They’ve helped us with recruitment, set us up with a really useful staff handbook and policies, and even pointed us towards other trusted services when we’ve needed them.

Still Have A Few Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to have a contract?

No. We offer a flexible pay-as-you-go option for those one-off or urgent HR requests.

Do I need to commit long-term?

Not at all. Our support is designed to fit around your business needs, not tie you down. You can work with us on a flexible basis, whether that’s one-off advice or ongoing support. Our retained contracts are a maximum of 12 months.

Do you offer one-off or ongoing support?

Yes, both. You can contact us for ad-hoc HR advice when something urgent comes up, or we can provide ongoing retained support for consistent peace of mind.

How are your services priced?

Pricing depends on whether you choose a retained package or pay-as-you-go support. Pricing for retained packages varies by level of support and employee head count, whilst pay-as-you-go rates are fixed. We’ll discuss your needs first and agree the right fit. We pride ourselves on fair pricing that is in-line with your requirements.

Will my price go up if I employ more people?

Our prices are based on the size of your business, and your initial quote reflects this. If your team grows significantly, we’ll review your package together to make sure it still fits your needs.

What if my needs change?

We understand that businesses evolve. That’s why we build in a three-month review into all our packages, giving you the option to scale up or down your level of support. We’re flexible.

Can you work alongside our in-house HR team?

Yes. We can provide on-site consultants or remote support to give your team the extra pair of hands they need. Whether it’s a short-term project like an HR audit or a larger initiative such as TUPE support or a new HR system implementation, we work side by side with your team.

What size of Early Years settings or Childcare Providers do you work with?

We support businesses that have multiple settings as well as smaller childcare providers, nurseries, holiday clubs and wraparound care.

What if I'm already tied into a contract with an HR consultancy?

We offer ongoing support and a reminder service for those who want to get out of their current HR contract. You can book a call here with one of our friendly consultants to find out more.

Still Have A Few Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to have a contract?

No. We offer a flexible pay-as-you-go option for those one-off or urgent HR requests.

Do I need to commit long-term?

Not at all. Our support is designed to fit around your business needs, not tie you down. You can work with us on a flexible basis, whether that’s one-off advice or ongoing support. Our retained contracts are a maximum of 12 months.

Do you offer one-off or ongoing support?

Yes, both. You can contact us for ad-hoc HR advice when something urgent comes up, or we can provide ongoing retained support for consistent peace of mind.

How are your services priced?

Pricing depends on whether you choose a retained package or pay-as-you-go support. Pricing for retained packages varies by level of support and employee head count, whilst pay-as-you-go rates are fixed. We’ll discuss your needs first and agree the right fit. We pride ourselves on fair pricing that is in-line with your requirements.

Will my price go up if I employ more people?

Our prices are based on the size of your business, and your initial quote reflects this. If your team grows significantly, we’ll review your package together to make sure it still fits your needs.

What if my needs change?

We understand that businesses evolve. That’s why we build in a three-month review into all our packages, giving you the option to scale up or down your level of support. We’re flexible.

Can you work alongside our in-house HR team?

Yes. We can provide on-site consultants or remote support to give your team the extra pair of hands they need. Whether it’s a short-term project like an HR audit or a larger initiative such as TUPE support or a new HR system implementation, we work side by side with your team.

What size of Early Years settings or Childcare Providers do you work with?

We support businesses that have multiple settings as well as smaller childcare providers, nurseries, holiday clubs and wraparound care.

What if I'm already tied into a contract with an HR consultancy?

We offer ongoing support and a reminder service for those who want to get out of their current HR contract. You can book a call here with one of our friendly consultants to find out more.