About Us: We at Best Practice Network share the belief that every child, regardless of their background, should benefit from an excellent education.
To achieve that, we support and train the educational professionals who work alongside them to be the best they can be, so in turn, they can transform the lives of children and young people.
We're a friendly, DfE accredited, Ofsted outstanding training company providing apprenticeships, professional development and the DfE's 'Golden Thread' (trainee teachers to school Executive Leaders).
We are adaptable, collaborative, and genuinely value the work we do to support the education sector, as much as our trainees do.
Our people are at the heart of our business and our passion and commitment to education is what drives us.
As a result, we have seen incredible growth over the last few years both nationally and internationally.
We aim to be an employer where everyone can be themselves, do their best in an inclusive working environment and where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential.
We want to attract, develop and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives.
About the Role: We are looking for people who are passionate about Early Years and who have significant knowledge and experience to support trainees, working towards their Early Years Teacher Status.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Completing termly skills reviews with trainees to identify skills and knowledge gaps against the EYITT curriculum themes.
Completing observations in workplace and placement settings, liaising with mentors and lead trainers.
Developing and taking responsibility for the delivery of individual training plans tailored to trainees needs.
Assessing and providing feedback to learners using an online system.
Supporting the delivery of training using approved training resources to cover curriculum themes.
Providing mental health and wellbeing support to trainees.
Ensuring that any necessary placements are arranged and attended, giving suggestions for schools/settings if required.
About You: Have up to date Early Years industry knowledge Able to develop strong professional relationships with employers, mentors and trainees.
Can motivate learners and ensure they complete deadlines on time Have strong IT skills and be willing to work with online systems Hold a full driving licence, have own vehicle and be willing to travel to different settings.
Have high levels of motivation and the ability to use own initiative.
Our Benefits: 28 days holiday and get an extra day for each year you stay with us, up to max 33 days PLUS bank holidays.
We pay for a Healthcare Plan once you've passed probation, which includes access to a private GP.
From day 1, free life insurance covering up to x4 your salary.
We'll both add money into your pension pot after 3 months.
Get 25% off online learning resources for year 1 to GCSE with EdPlace.
Choose what flexible benefits you want after you've passed probation - this could be buying extra holiday, dental, topping up your healthcare plan, bikes, gym membership, electric cars and give as you earn.
BPNINDEED!