The National Day Nurseries Association survey, published on Thiursday, revealed that nurseries are losing qualified staff and the proportion of Level 3 practitioners has dropped significantly in the past two years with a fall of almost 20 per cent.
According to the workforce survey of more than 500 nurseries, qualified staff are leaving because of endemic low pay, which is hitting recruitment and retention.
Nurseries are concerned the recruitment crisis will leave them unable to deliver the 30 hours, as well as leading to less support for children with additional needs.
Level 3 qualified staff
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