Monster performance for childcarers

In a bid to boost careers in childcare, Herefordshire Council has organised an innovative theatre production next month at the Courtyard, Hereford.

The council’s Early Years Development and Childcare Partnership has teamed up with Birmingham-based Purple Monster Training Company to stage its own light-hearted production illustrating the different types of careers available in childcare.

The performers take on roles of carers in action and the audience is able to follow George (the play worker), Mrs Sampson (the lunchtime supervisor), Jan (the holiday club worker) and Susie (the nursery manager) in a number of entertaining and informative sketches.

The free event takes place on November 30th and is aimed at attracting more people into the childcare profession.

Fiona Condie, marketing and recruitment officer, said “The aim of the event is to inform people in a fun and innovative way about the variety of jobs and training available for people thinking about a career in childcare.

“This is the seventh time we have invited Purple Monster to work with us as it’s proved to be an extremely successful way of getting information across to large groups of people.

“There will be two 45 minute performances plus time for the audience to ask questions and find out more about the council’s support services and training opportunities.

“The morning session is aimed at adults interested in working with children and the afternoon session is especially for school-based students.

“Anyone interested, whether they’re a school leaver, full-time parent or someone who wants to find a more fulfilling career, can get in touch with us on (01432) 261681.”