S3 #6 Onboarding, Hiring and Culture in Early Years Settings with HR Sisters

In this insightful episode of Let’s Talk Early Years, I’m joined once again by The HR Sisters, Desma and Elrona D’Souza, to explore why HR is more than policies and procedures, it’s the roots that allow people, culture, and nurseries to flourish. 🌱 When onboarding and hiring are done with intention, employees don’t just work, they feel connected, valued, and empowered. And when teams thrive, children thrive. Together, we discuss: ✅ Why onboarding is about creating belonging, not just ticking boxes ✅ How HR foundations shape a culture you can feel the moment you walk in ✅ The importance of first impressions in building trust and retention ✅ How to balance compliance with care and culture ✅ Why strong HR roots allow teams to flourish like a thriving garden Desma and Elrona share practical insights and heartfelt reflections on how putting people before paperwork transforms early years settings into places where staff and children can grow and shine. This episode is essential listening for nursery owners, managers, and educators who want to create a workplace culture that attracts, retains, and inspires. 🎧 Tune in and discover how the right HR practices can nurture not just staff wellbeing, but the entire nursery community. 💬 Like, comment, and subscribe to join the conversation and stay updated on future episodes that reimagine leadership in early years education.