Business Opportunities
Becoming a Carer
If the idea of running your own business from home, with access to community and government support, appeals to you ... then why not operate a child care service with Gosford Family Day Care?
Gosford Family Day Care is supported by the Commonwealth Government and offers a range of benefits for carers and parents. As a Carer, you can:
- Run a profitable business from home,
- Work with children,
- Care for your own children while caring for others,
- Work independently with support and resourcing from CC&FS,
- Provide company for your own children at home,
- Make lifelong friendships,
- Be paid to use skills you may have developed in raising your own family,
- Be part of a team of local Childcare workers, and
- Develop your credentials as a qualified Child Carer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to do to become a Gosford Family Day Care Carer?
- A First Aid Certificate is the only formal qualification a Carer needs
- Carers must complete the registration process and maintain registration
- Carers homes must meet Government Safety Standards
- Carers must attend initial and on-going training
- Carers must participate in National Quality Assurance practices
What about income?
Family Day Care can be both financially and personally rewarding. Carers are paid by the parent by the hour, according to the number of children in care. A maximum of five children under 5 yrs old can be in care at any time.Why do parents choose Family Day Care?
Parents often choose Family Day Care because it is flexible, set in a home environment and enables their children to build a relationship with the carer.How do Families Find a Carer?
Parents interested in using Gosford Family Daycare contact the Family Day Care Coordination Unit located at Kariong. The Coordination Unit then matches children to suitable carers. Parents using Gosford Family Daycare are eligible for Government subsidies to help meet their child care costs.