I think it takes a special type of person to want to work in childcare. I know I personally could not do it. My 3yo drives me nuts at the best of times. I couldn't imagine looking after 10 of them! The carers at his centre are amazing ladies & I applaude them. As with most government funded jobs, they don't get paid enough for doing a very good job, with more & more responsibility thrown at them.

PP, I hope you can get a place soon.