Early Childcare industry resource pack

Early childhood and childcare providers are juggling ratio requirements, back-to-back Award changes, and a workforce that's often casual or seasonal – on top of everyday HR and safety obligations. This pack brings together seven resources covering the areas that matter most for the sector. From contracts and recruitment to redundancy and the pay and compliance changes reshaping childcare. This pack is a practical way for early childhood providers to get a clearer picture of where they stand.

Guides 18 September, 2026

What’s inside

Getting contracts right

Guidance on when a written contract is required, plus what to include for a childcare workforce that’s often casual or shift-based.

Feedback for staff, done right

How to approach performance conversations and complaints in a way that’s constructive and legally sound.

Award changes and pay rises

What the new Children’s Services Employee levels and three Award pay movements in 2026 mean for classifying and paying staff.

Managing a genuine redundancy

A step-by-step guide to consultation, redeployment, and payment obligations when a role is no longer needed.

Take your business to the next level

Cleaning businesses juggle a workforce that’s often casual and spread across sites – which makes...

18 September, 2026