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Level 5

Early Years Initial teacher Training - Apprentice Route (Bsc Degree Required)

PIPPINS PRESCHOOL LTD · FARNBOROUGH

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Pay
£12,480 to £19,828 a year
Hours
30 a week
Length
12 months
Starts
1 Nov 2026
Advertised closing date
31 Oct 2026
Openings
2 positions
Last checked
just now
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What you would do

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about working with young children and would like to develop their knowledge, skills, and confidence to become an Early Years Teacher. A Bachelors Degree and GCSE Maths, English and Science will be required.

Day to day

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

What you would study

Early years lead practitioner (level 5)

How the EYITT Programme is Delivered.

The programme is delivered over 12 months through a combination of:

  • Practical experience within an Early Years setting
  • Regular support from an experienced tutor and mentor
  • Online learning and professional development activities
  • Workplace observations and assessments
  • Development of teaching practice aligned with the Early Years Teachers' Standards
  • Trainees will receive ongoing guidance and support throughout their learning journey to ensure they are equipped to achieve Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS)
  • A mandatory 30 day school placement, giving you valuable experience of teaching and learning within a school environment and broadening your understanding of children's educational journeys
  • Monthly training days to develop your professional knowledge and teaching practice

Training provider: BEST PRACTICE NETWORK LIMITED

Working week

Term time only. Working hours to be discussed, between 8.00am - 4.00pm.

What you need

  • GCSE English at grade 4 (essential)
  • GCSE Maths at grade 4 (essential)
  • GCSE Science at grade 4 (essential)
  • Degree Bachelors Degree in any Subject at grade 2:2 (essential)

Skills they are looking for

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

After the apprenticeship

Successful completion of the programme leads to Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS).

This can open doors to a variety of career opportunities, including:

  • Early Years Teacher
  • Lead Practitioner
  • Room Leader
  • Deputy Nursery Manager
  • Nursery Manager
  • SEND or Inclusion Lead
  • Early Years Curriculum Lead
  • Further leadership and management qualifications

Where

FARNBOROUGH, South East (GU14).

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About PIPPINS PRESCHOOL LTD

At Pippins, we pride ourselves on having a highly skilled and dedicated team. Our Manager

and Deputy Manager both hold Foundation Degrees in Early Years Childcare and

Education. We also have four qualified staff members, a member of staff who is currently

completing a Level 3 Apprenticeship, and one staff member who is working towards their

Level 2 qualification.

Reference 2000051221.

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