Early years settings can find advice and assistance on employing disabled people in a new guide published by Sure Start. Recruitment and retention of disabled people: a good practice guide for early years, childcare and playwork providers gives advice on how to encourage disabled people to apply for childcare jobs, and explains the legal obligations facing employers under the Disability Discrimination Act. Throughout the guide there are checklists to help plan each stage of the recruitment and retention process. For a copy call DfES publications on 0845 602 2260 or download one at www.surestart.gov.uk.
Early years settings can find advice and assistance on employing disabled people in a new guide published by Sure Start. Recruitment and retention of disabled people: a good practice guide for early years, childcare and playwork providers gives advice on how to encourage disabled people to apply for childcare jobs, and explains the legal obligations facing employers under the Disability Discrimination Act. Throughout the guide there are checklists to help plan each stage of the recruitment and retention process. For a copy call DfES publications on 0845 602 2260 or download one at www.surestart.gov.uk.
