Become a childminder

How you can start a career as a Childminder, and what are the benefits

Shape their future

How to become a childminder in Somerset

Interested but not sure where to start? Our specialist early years support officer can guide you through the process step-by-step.

Your childminder questions and answers

Information on how much you could earn, what qualifications you needs, what are the costs, and more

Make a difference, become a childminder: Rachel’s Story

Hear from a Somerset childminder in our YouTube video, as she talks about her experiences in this rewarding career

Becoming a childminder in Somerset

Our early-year support officer, Jo Sawyer explains the step-by-step process to becoming a childminder in Somerset

Watch our video guide

Register your interest

Ready to make the move? Submit your registration of interest on GOV.UK to begin the process and we will be in touch.

Register your interest on GOV.UK

Get in touch

Please contact EarlyYearsTeam@somerset.gov.uk if you have further questions.