Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) – Alpha Day Nursery Apprentice
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Company: ALPHA DAY NURSERY (UK) LTD
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Location: SE25 5EW
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £8,320.00 per year
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Sector: Education and early years
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Ref: NAS-2000051214
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Application Deadline Date: 31/10/2026
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Start Date: 01/11/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday, working between the hours of 8.00am and 6.00pm. 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.
Brief Description
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.
Training to be Provided
Teacher - Postgraduate - Level 6.
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)
Future Prospects
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
Vacancy Detail
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
Other Information
Certifications:
After you apply, you will receive a link to complete a screening form, alongside this, we will require copies of your bachelors degree and GCSE maths, English and Science certificates to confirm your eligibility for the course.
Right to Work & Residency Requirements:
Applicants who are not UK nationals must meet apprenticeship funding eligibility rules, including having lived in the UK or EU for at least 3 consecutive years prior to the start date. You must hold a valid visa that does not expire within 18-months of your apprenticeship start date.
We will require a share code to verify your right to work and study in the UK. After submitting your application, you will receive a screening form where you can securely provide your share code for eligibility checks.