Northamptonshire County Council and Early Years Development and Childcare Partnership came first in the category 'creating the workforce' for its guidance and mentoring scheme. Early years manager Kate Yates said the number of people completing training in early years, childcare and playwork had risen significantly since it was introduced 18 months ago.
The scheme tries to match early years practitioners with appropriate training at the right level and helps them find jobs by arranging work placements. Those who found it particularly beneficial were new recruits to the sector and people returning after a career break.
The awards, organised by the Sure Start Unit in association with the Daycare Trust, covered eight categories ranging from 'enabling children's learning' to 'joining up with local partners'.
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