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Post Graduate Certificate in Early Years Education, full time with Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) School Direct 2015-16 The Durham Teaching School AllianceEtherley Lane Nursery School is one of the ‘Lead’ schools in the Durham Teaching School Alliance. The teaching school alliance is a partnership of good and outstanding primary phase schools which includes nursery schools, infant schools, primary schools with Foundation Stage Units and providers from the private and voluntary sector. Working collaboratively with key strategic partners the alliance provides a range of services to schools and settings including the delivery of the new Early Years School Direct initial teacher training programme.
Etherley Lane Nursery School, together with its partner schools and settings works closely with Northumbria University, the accredited ITT Provider, to offer an innovative and specialized programme in early childhood development from birth to five.
Early Years School DirectThe government is committed to raising the quality of early years provision by encouraging graduate leadership. Early Years ITT is the only teacher training focused on the birth to five range. To be awarded Early Years Teacher Status trainees will meet robust standards designed specifically for high quality learning with this age group. Early years teachers will be specialists in early childhood development and the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum (0 – 5 years). Trainees will be taught the theoretical element of the programme by specialist practitioners from Northumbria University and teachers from placement schools. Trainees will be placed in a range of good and outstanding schools and settings across Durham for the practical elements of the programme.
Early Years Teachers Status will be seen as equivalent to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) as the entry requirements are the same as for primary ITT (QTS) * see FAQs
Child Care FacilitiesIndividual schools and providers may be able to offer support with childcare.
Public Transport EYTS School Direct trainees will be based at Etherley Lane Nursery School or one of the placement schools in the alliance. Although most places are accessible via public transport some schools and settings are geographically isolated. It is recommended that you have your own transport. The majority of the taught element of the programme will be delivered at Northumbria University Coach Lane Campus. The Durham Teaching School Alliance use the Training Hub at Prince Bishop’s Community Primary School (the partner ‘Lead’ School in the Durham Teaching School Alliance) for training events, seminars and meetings.
Where to Find us Etherley Lane Nursery School, Hazel Grove, Bishop Auckland, DL147RF Tel: 01388 604835 Prince Bishops Primary School, Gibson Street, Coundon Grange, Bishop Auckland, DL14 8DY Tel: 01388 451278
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Northumbria University, Coach Lane Campus, Benton, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE77XA. Tel: 0191 2156476
Why train with us?Etherley Lane Nursery School is an outstanding Early Years provider.
Etherley Lane Nursery is an outstanding school, which fulfils its philosophy to ’foster in children a love of learning’. Its strengths include the promotion of children’s excellent spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development. Children, clearly, love coming to school, behave impeccably, and have a heightened awareness of their own and others’ safety. As a consequence, the school is a harmonious learning community, where every child feels valued and respected and their learning flourishes as a result….. (Ofsted Report March 2012)
All of the schools and settings working in partnership with Etherley Lane Nursery School have been judged good and outstanding by Ofsted.
The course structure and content has been designed by experienced and committed professionals who understand how young children learn and thrive.
There is a genuine desire to develop and deliver an original and creative programme of training to inspire trainees and prepare outstanding practitioners to meet the needs of 21st Century learners.
AimsWe aim to produce confident, skilled, committed and enthusiastic practitioners who are experts in the 0-5 age range. Early Years teachers will act with integrity and honesty. They will have strong early development knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills up to date and be self- reflective and self- critical. Early Years Teachers will forge positive professional relationships and work closely with parents and carers.
Entry Requirements Entry requirements for Early Years ITT are the same as entry requirements for primary teaching.
All entrants have achieved a standard equivalent to a grade C in GCSE examinations in English, mathematics and a science subject.
All entrants are required to hold, or expect to receive, a first degree of a United Kingdom Higher Education Institution or equivalent qualification.
Entrants must hold or receive a minimum of a 2:2 degree although entrants with a 2:1 or first class degree will be considered more desirable; entrants with a 2:1 or first class degree will qualify for a bursary.
Entrants who are currently retaking a GCSE or awaiting a degree classification will be offered a conditional place if successful at interview until the grade can be confirmed.
Entrants must pass a skills test in literacy and numeracy. Tests can be arranged by contacting Learn Direct on 0300 303 9613.
Skills TestsEarly Years Teachers will specialize in early childhood development and meet the same entry requirements and pass the same skills tests as trainee primary school teachers.
The trainees first attempt at the skills test is funded by the NCTL. Any further attempts, up to a maximum of two, will be funded by the candidate. If both skills tests (literacy and numeracy) are not passed after the second resit candidates will need to wait two years before applying to take the skills test again
What we are looking forWe are looking for trainees who demonstrate a genuine desire to work with young children and make a difference in their lives. Trainees should be confident, creative and inspire curiosity and imagination from children. Trainees will demonstrate a
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strong desire to teach at an outstanding level and continually improve and develop as a practitioner. They must have the ability to deal with a heavy workload; be able to meet deadlines and enjoy working as part of a team.
ExperienceYou must have: Experience within the past 2 years of working with children in school or other settings. An informed professional reference to support the work experience. A reference containing a strong recommendation that you are suitable to train as an Early Years Teacher. In addition to the academic qualifications we will consider the full range of knowledge, skills and prior experiences of every application in judging whether the trainee is capable of meeting the requirements.
Personal AttributesArticulates clear and appropriate reasons for wanting to teach children from 0-5 Conveys commitment and enthusiasm to Early Years teachingDemonstrates openness to learning and self- developmentDemonstrates accurate spelling and grammarDemonstrates the correct uses of standard English It is essential that all trainees gain some insight into what is involved in being a teacher, this does not have to be paid work in a school it could be in an informal environment such as brownies, sport coaching or summer school.
Additional RequirementsIn addition to the specific entry requirements detailed, the following DfE Requirements must be met. All trainees: Have met the Secretary of State's requirements for physical and mental fitness to teachHave been subject to a Disclosure and Barring enhanced disclosure checkHave the intellectual and academic capabilities needed to meet the required DfE Teachers' StandardsCan communicate clearly and accurately in Standard English Possess the appropriate qualities, attitudes and values expected of a teacherHave passed the professional skills tests in English and mathematics prior to the start of the programme
Selection ProcessCandidates who meet all of the entry requirements will be invited to interview.
The assessment day is a full day and will be based at the Lead Organisation. A number of different tasks will be completed during the day.
The assessment day includes: A group task A teaching activity with a group of up to 6 children Interview with set questions
The interview panel will usually consist of the Headteacher from the Lead Organisation, Northumbria University Programme Leader and a Professional Tutor and/or School Based Mentor from a partner school.
The interview panel will consider:
The trainees commitment to, and suitability for, teaching The passion and drive to teach at an outstanding level The ability to be creative and reflective A respect for young children as powerful and competent learners
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Experience of working with children Knowledge and understanding of the expectations and responsibilities placed on the teacher A commitment to training for EYTS The ability to establish effective relationships with children and colleagues Knowledge of current educational topics Appropriate attitudes, qualities, values and beliefs
Teaching PlacementsAll EYTS trainees will undertake teaching in three early years settings. The trainee will also have the equivalent of two weeks experience in Key Stage 1.
The Lead Organisation will place trainees in schools and settings which provide experience across EYFS,KS1/2. The ITT Provider will ensure that the allocation is compliant with NCTL requirements.
The range of placements will complement each other and provide the trainee with a breadth of experience in different settings and across age ranges from birth to 5.
The ITT Provider will quality assure the placement experience and the appropriateness of the experience against the trainees profile.
Post Graduate Certificate in Early Years EducationUpon successful completion of the programme modules, the trainee will be awarded a Post Graduate Certificate in Early Years Education (60 credits at Level 7), subject to the recommendation of the University Examination Board. The Post Graduate Certificate can be used as progression towards a full Masters degree.
Standards PortfolioThe trainee, with support from a School Based Mentor, will develop a standards portfolio of evidence against the Teacher’s Standards for EYTS. The Professional Tutor is responsible for ensuring that the trainee is developing the portfolio. A designated tutor from the ITT Provider will monitor the portfolio for quality of evidence to meet the Teachers’ Standards for EYTS. The Professional Tutor moderated and quality assured by the ITT Provider will assess the standards portfolio 3 times during the course of the programme.
Course Structure/Length/Assessment
160 days of which 120 days are divided between 3 placements40 university based days3 x 20 credit university modules at level 7:
1. Meeting the Teaching Standards (Early Years) 3000 word assignment 2. Integrated Working Project Part 1, 3000 word assignment3. Integrated Working Project Part 2, 3000 word assignment
Portfolio of supporting documentationObservation of practice
FundingThe School Direct Early Years ITT programme is funded by tuition fees paid by the NCTL. This programme does not attract a student loan. However, subject to degree classification you may be eligible for a bursary from the NCTL. (£9,000- first class degree, £4000- 2:1 degree)
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EYTS Trainee 2014/15‘The Early Years Teacher Status Programme has been an amazing experience so far. I have learnt so much, yet I am only in my first placement. This is really my first opportunity to work with such young children and both they and the practitioners have taught me so much, particularly in terms of hands-on experience; for instance, dealing with challenging behaviour, helping children with transitions, or simply communicating with them on the level that is most appropriate. I couldn’t really have learnt any of these skills through reading or academic study, so I have really appreciated the amount of time I get to spend in my placement. However, I do spend some time at university getting to grips with the theoretical input and understanding the standards we have to meet. There is so much to cover, but fortunately the team, both university and in my placement, have been very supportive and helpful’.
FAQs
What is the Durham Teaching School Alliance?
Teaching Schools form part of the government’s commitment to drive up standards in schools by creating a school led system of improvement. Teaching Schools are judged outstanding by Ofsted. The Durham Teaching School Alliance is led by two Lead Schools: Etherley Lane Nursery School and Prince Bishops Community Primary School. The two Lead Schools work with a wide range of Strategic Partners to provide ITT, School to School Support, CPD and Research and Development. The Durham Teaching School Alliance is a partnership of more than 50 schools of all phases and types from Nursery and Primary to Special and Secondary. The Durham Teaching School Alliance works with Northumbria University and High Force SCITT to provide Early Years Teacher Status and a general 7-11 Primary PGCE.
What is School Direct?
School Direct is an approach to initial teacher training (ITT) that gives schools more influence over the ways teachers are trained. Since its launch in 2012, the scheme has gone from strength to strength and there are now over 900 School Direct partnerships with over 15,000 training places.
How does School Direct Work?
School Direct enables schools to:
select and recruit their own trainees – with an expectation that trainees will be employed by the school or partnership of schools once they are qualified
choose which teacher training provider to work with agree the content and focus of the training programme depending on the needs of both the trainees and the school decide how funding will be split between the school and the training provider
School Direct is run by a partnership between a lead school, other schools and an accredited teacher training provider.
Training places are allocated to the lead school on behalf of the partnership, usually for 1 year. The lead school has overall responsibility for requesting places from the National College for Teaching and Leadership (NCTL) and ensuring that the criteria for School Direct are met.
Am I entitled to Funding for EYTS?
A training grant is paid to the setting holding the School Direct place this is to pay for tutors, mentors and cover training costs. Trainees may be eligible for a bursary. Trainees with a 1st Class degree will receive £9000, trainees with a 2:1 degree will receive £4000. Trainees with a Masters degree will be entitled to a bursary of £4000.Trainees with a PHD will be entitled to a bursary of £9000 Trainees will not be able to access a student loan.
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Can I do EYTS part time?
EYTS is a 12 month full time course.
Early Years Teachers are the same as primary and secondary school teachers why not give them QTS?
The Government wants to give more autonomy to head teachers so that they can decide who is best qualified and suited to teach in their schools. Early Years Teachers will be specialists in birth to five years and will be ideally placed to fulfil the needs of employers in private and independent settings and schools to provide high quality education and care for our youngest children. Free Schools, new mainstream and alternate provision academies, and existing academies, can employ teaching staff without the requirement for them to have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
What will Early Years Teachers get paid. Will their salary be linked to the teacher’s pay scales?
The Government takes the view that the pay and conditions for staff working in early education and childcare settings are best determined at local level. However, the Government would expect employers to want to pay Early Years Teachers in accord with their status. Free Schools, Academies (including alternative provision Academies) can employ teaching staff without the requirement for them to have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and can set their own pay scales. In maintained schools, Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is currently a requirement for teachers. However head teachers in maintained schools have the discretion to employ people who don’t have QTS as instructors.
Will there be guidance on pay and conditions for employers of Early Years Teachers?
The Government takes the view that the pay and conditions for staff working in early education and childcare settings are best determined at a local level. However the Government would expect employers to want to pay Early Years Teachers in accord with their professional status.
Gallery of Early Years Schools
Etherley Lane Nursery School
Tudhoe Moor Nursery School
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Prince Bishops Community Primary School
For Further Information:Contact Lesley Castling- Paisley, Northumbria University, [email protected] Sonnenfeld, Durham Teaching School Alliance Manager, [email protected]
How to ApplyDownload an application from: www.northumbria.ac.uk/ study-at-northumbria/courses/early-years-education- early-years-teacher-status-dtfeyt6 Contact Lesley Castling- Paisley- Joint Programme Lead EYTS Northumbria University [email protected] Gallagher, EYTS Graduate Tutor at Northumbria [email protected]
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