We are currently recruiting for a 'Family Support Worker'
(Level 3 NVQ required) Call 01923 484360 for an application pack
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ABOUT US: Leavesden Children's Centre is situated in the grounds of
Leavesden Green JMI School, in Leavesden, North Watford. The centre gives babies and children in WD25 postcodes the best possible start in life. We have a separate entrance on the High Rd, Leavesden
SureStart is open to ALL families...... What is a SureStart Children's Centre?
Children's Centres provide information and services for families with young children. Services are developed to react to local needs rather than a '1 size fits all' approach.
Each children’s centre offers services for approximately 800 children under five and these have to include:
Good quality day nursery provision available during hours to suit working parents
(Tots Nursery is on site & is Ofsted registered)
Support for all children with additional needs and disabilities
Parent support including meeting local friends, play groups & parenting programmes
A base for a childminding network group/ meetings
Local support, advice and information for parents
Links with Jobcentre Plus & local training providers to provide access to employment/ benefit information, training and career opportunities
Child and family health services, including health clinics, antenatal services and post-natal groups.
Weekly breastfeeding clinic, and weaning workshops
We also offer extra services that suit local needs such as:
Family learning - fun sessions to try new skills with your child.
A Toy Library where you borrow toys and equipment for your child
Baby Groups, run by health visitors, where you can weigh your baby, have a confidential chat or just meet other parents
Ante-natal support and special sessions such as pilates.