Essex County Council Early Years

12/06/2026

Advanced practitioner course for autism available to book for September! ⭐

This eleven-week, in-person course covers a range of perspective on autism including:

- social communication differences,
- regulation & dysregulation,
- strategies and interventions

You will be shown how to complete a case study of a pupil you support, and reflect on their work with that pupil each week based on the course content.

To find out more and to book please visit: https://educationessex.essex.gov.uk/Event/297837 📌

12/06/2026

Don't miss the upcoming early years nutrition webinar from the award winning baby and child nutritionist Charlotte Stirling Reed, on Wednesday 17 June! Have a look at Essex County Councils post below for how you can get involved 🍓

12/06/2026

Early years transitions eLearning available now for childminders and PVIs 💻

This free, online training will explain transitions and what they mean for children's parents, carers and practitioners, the importance of attachment and the key person approach, and documents and templates that help support effective transitions.

eLearning on Education Essex Online is available to complete at any time, and at your own pace. You will learn across a combination of different teaching materials, videos, and knowledge questions.

To find out more choose your preferred course below:

For childminders:
https://educationessex.essex.gov.uk/Event/290069 📌

For PVIs:
https://educationessex.essex.gov.uk/Event/282883 📌

11/06/2026

Are you an early years lead practitioner? Learn to deliver Level 2 Safeguarding to your setting 📢

During this webinar the education safeguarding team will share the various Level 2 Safeguarding training presentations, with hints and tips about how these can be used to train setting staff.

This session is ideal for those wanting to upskill their team in the latest safeguarding information.

Visit Education Essex Online to book your place:
Wednesday 2 September: https://educationessex.essex.gov.uk/Event/297812 📌

11/06/2026

Want to be a part of Nourishing Our Future: Essex? Sign up today on Education Essex Online! 🍎

By joining, you'll become part of a vibrant, county wide community, committed to innovation, collaboration and shared learning. We will work together to drive continuous improvement, share successes, and champion sector leading practice in early years food and nutrition.

Find out more at Education Essex Online: https://educationessex.essex.gov.uk/Store/Contract/109057 🔎

You can also join the upcoming community cafe session to find out more about the programme. There are two times available and you would only need to attend one.

Wednesday 17 June
10.00am to 11.00am: https://educationessex.essex.gov.uk/Event/296313 📌
6.30pm to 7.30pm: https://educationessex.essex.gov.uk/Event/296314 📌

10/06/2026

Get ahead with Level 2 Safeguarding for early years and schools training this September ✨

Don't miss this unique opportunity to complete the full Level 2 Safeguarding in a single two-hour webinar.

This training is crucial to the induction of new staff, as well as existing staff who must complete it annually to ensure safeguarding knowledge is up-to-date. It will show you:

- how to respond to safeguarding concerns
- what to do if a child discloses abuse
- the different frameworks and procedures you are required to know

For more information and to book your place visit: https://educationessex.essex.gov.uk/Event/296182 📌

10/06/2026

Early years educator (level 2/level 3) role available at Walton Pre School 📢

If you are looking to support the learning, development, and wellbeing of children aged 0 to 5 in a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment then this may be the role for you.

You will work as part of a team to deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and build strong partnerships with parents and carers.

For more info visit the Essex Schools Jobs website: https://www.essexschoolsjobs.co.uk/Vacancies/Details.aspx?VacancyId=118561 📌

09/06/2026

Learn about safe recruitment in your early years setting - Upcoming session in July ⭐

On Monday 6 July join our essential training for early years settings and schools, delivered by the Essex Education Safeguarding Team. Learn how to build a strong culture of safeguarding, embed safer recruitment practices, and confidently manage low‑level concerns and allegations.

Book your place now: https://educationessex.essex.gov.uk/Event/287521 📌

09/06/2026

A Making it REAL home visit 🏠

During a Making it REAL home visit, practitioners work alongside families to explore simple, meaningful literacy activities.

For example, as part of the Books strand, a staff member might share a favourite story with the child and parent, modelling ways to pause, ask questions and encourage prediction. The parent is then supported to try the same approach, helping them build confidence and strengthen shared reading at home.

These visits create positive, practical opportunities for families to support early literacy in everyday life.

Check out our Youtube video to see the programme in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yi2ebBvFvK 🎬

Home visits are a key part of the Making it REAL approach to buildi...