At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's learning and development while planning engaging activities.
- Company: Alpha Day Nursery, a nurturing environment focused on children's wellbeing.
- Benefits: Fully funded training, hands-on experience, and a pathway to Early Years Teacher Status.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with excellent mentorship and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape young minds and build a rewarding career in early years education.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English, Maths, Science, and a Bachelor's degree required.
The predicted salary is between 26775 - 32725 £ per year.
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.
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.
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
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 8am - 6pm.
- 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
Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) – Alpha Day Nursery Apprentice employer: ALPHA DAY NURSERY (UK) LTD
Alpha Day Nursery is an exceptional employer, dedicated to nurturing the next generation of Early Years Educators in a vibrant and supportive environment. Located in London, we offer a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional growth, with hands-on training and mentorship to help you thrive in your career. Our commitment to employee development ensures that you will gain valuable experience while working towards a recognised qualification, making this apprenticeship a meaningful step towards a rewarding future in early childhood education.
Contact Details:
ALPHA DAY NURSERY (UK) LTD Recruitment Team
