{"id":23677,"date":"2020-10-14T15:41:17","date_gmt":"2020-10-14T14:41:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stonebridge-blog.positive-dedicated.net\/?p=23677"},"modified":"2020-11-27T10:08:31","modified_gmt":"2020-11-27T10:08:31","slug":"how-to-become-a-nursery-teacher","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stonebridge.uk.com\/blog\/early-years-and-child-care\/how-to-become-a-nursery-teacher\/","title":{"rendered":"How to become a Nursery Teacher"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Becoming a nursery teacher means you\u2019ll be part of the first step in a child\u2019s journey through education. You\u2019ll teach infants and children from as young as a couple of months through to 5 years old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Early years teachers need to have genuine care for children and a passion for education. The life lessons and skills you\u2019ll teach through play are essential in their development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
From teaching children manners and the ability to share, to basic addition and literacy skills. What may seem simple for us, are big strides for young children in their journey towards formal education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And it is rewarding seeing the children in your care developing skills and further their accomplishments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
No matter what stage you\u2019re at in life, becoming a nursery teacher is still possible. There are various options depending on your previous experience and qualifications that could suit your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
All of which could lead you to a fulfilling career as a nursery teacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Responsibilities of a nursey teacher<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
No two days are the same when working in early years education. Working with children can be unpredictable so you need to be able to adapt to their needs. Children require a lot of patience and nurturing especially at this stage of their development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Early years education helps prepare children for primary education and develops skills that they\u2019ll carry with them for life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As a nursery teacher it is your responsibility to motivate children to learn and encourage them to develop social skills and build friendships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll need to support the children\u2019s development socially, physically and personally. As well as improve their literacy and numeracy abilities through play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whilst the child is in your care you will be constantly observing, assessing and recording their progress. This will then be passed onto their primary teachers to help gauge what level their pupils will be at.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite education being your primary focus, it\u2019s also your responsibility to provide pastoral care. This could include working alongside social care professionals and maintaining a safe learning environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Getting Qualified<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
To become a nursery teacher, you will need to be educated up to degree level. As well as GCSEs in maths, English and science. You will also have to take a numeracy and literacy test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Assuming you pass you will then need to gain an early year’s Initial Teacher Training (ITT) qualification. This will demonstrate that you\u2019ve met the Teachers\u2019 Standards (Early Years).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Training Routes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
There are several routes to complete your ITT qualification to become a nursery teacher. And whichever one you choose will gain you early years teacher status (EYTS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It just depends on what\u2019s right for you and your current circumstance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Graduate Entry<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Upon completing your degree you would then need to study full-time for an additional year to get qualified. A \u00a37,000 grant is available to cover course fees and a range of bursaries depending on your degree grade. Up to \u00a39,000 is available for graduates with first-class degrees, \u00a34,000 for graduates with 2:1 degrees and \u00a32,000 for those with a 2:2. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
School Direct (Early Years) graduate entry<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
This option allows you to gain hands-on experience at schools or nurseries whilst completing your EYTS. It may be required that you stay on for a year after completing your training before moving on to other schools or nurseries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Graduate employment-based<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
This is a part-time option for graduates working in an early years setting who require further training. You\u2019ll combine your studies with your employment and work towards your EYTS. There is funding of up to \u00a314,000 available for this route. Up to \u00a37,000 covers the course fees and the remaining amount is from your employer. They will contribute the rest of the funds so you\u2019re able to supply cover or as a salary enhancement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Undergraduate<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
This is a full-time three to four-year undergraduate degree course which leads to EYTS. This route is available for those studying early childhood-related degree subjects. You can get your tuition fees covered by Student Finance England. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Assessment Only<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
This route is self-funded and takes three months to complete. This is an ideal option for graduates who have experience working with young children and meet the EYTS. For example, nursery teachers from overseas that require no further training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Getting into university<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
If you don\u2019t have a degree, then you\u2019ll need to get into university to complete one. Most universities will ask for GCSE English, maths and science as well as 2\/3 A Levels in relevant subjects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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