Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) – Abacus Ark - Apprentice

Introduction

Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) is a 12-month training programme fully funded by the Department for Education (DfE), designed for graduates of any subject. 

Completion of the programme leads to achievement of the Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) making trainees fully qualified early years teachers.

About the Employer

We are here to support your childcare needs and firmly believe that our children should be at the heart of everything that we do. Conveniently located between Croydon, Lambeth and Bromley, our expert team of professionals create a friendly nursery environment that focuses on warm and nurturing relationships, trust and care. We treat your children with the same understanding, encouragement and patience as if they were our own – creating a stimulating and enjoyable environment for them to flourish.

What You'll Do

As an EYITT Trainee, you will:

• Support children's learning, development, and wellbeing
• Plan and deliver engaging activities that promote children's progress
• Observe, assess, and monitor children's development
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Promote inclusive practice and support children with diverse needs
• Ensure safeguarding, health, and safety requirements are followed at all times
• Reflect on and develop your professional practice throughout the programme
• Work closely with experienced practitioners and mentors to develop teaching skills

Training Outcome

Why Apply?

• No course tuition fees
• Excellent pathway into Early Years teaching
• Hands-on experience across nursery and school environments
• Opportunity to build a rewarding career shaping young children’s futures

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4
• Essential - GCSE - Science - 4
• Essential - Bachelors Degree - Any Subject - 2:1

Course Information

Course: Teacher - Postgraduate (level 6)

Level: 6

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Degree

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday - Working between the hours 8 am - 6 pm. You will be working 20 hours per week. Minimum, 16.5 hour a week, 2 days a week - employer can offer more working hours if required. EYITT course will be starting in November.

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: BEST PRACTICE NETWORK LIMITED