EPISODE · Feb 27, 2026 · 31 MIN
Developing the Early Years Workforce
from Earliest Years of Life · host CommunicorpUK
In this episode, Zak and Kerry explore why developing a skilled, confident early years workforce is essential to giving every child the strongest start. Joined by Charlotte Woodhouse, Early Years Facilitator at Better Start Bradford, Victoria Carter of Bradford University, and Julie Adamson of Bradford College, they discuss the importance of play, holistic practice, and nurturing culture across health, education and social care. The conversation delves into apprenticeships, mentoring, and growing talent from the ground up, as well as how local innovation in Bradford is shaping national thinking on early years and midwifery training. Together, they highlight how investing in people ultimately strengthens outcomes for babies, families and communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In this episode, Zak and Kerry explore why developing a skilled, confident early years workforce is essential to giving every child the strongest start. Joined by Charlotte Woodhouse, Early Years Facilitator at Better Start Bradford, Victoria Carter of Bradford University, and Julie Adamson of Bradford College, they discuss the importance of play, holistic practice, and nurturing culture across health, education and social care. The conversation delves into apprenticeships, mentoring, and growing talent from the ground up, as well as how local innovation in Bradford is shaping national thinking on early years and midwifery training. Together, they highlight how investing in people ultimately strengthens outcomes for babies, families and communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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