Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) – Abacus Ark - Apprentice

Abacus Ark was founded in 2012 by Anthony Ioannou, inspired by a long family tradition in early childhood education. His grandmother, Angela Carrington, opened Toddlers Inn Nursery School in St John’s Wood, where his mother Laura later helped expand the family’s vision for nurturing, play-based learning. It was also where Anthony began his own early years journey – an experience that shaped his understanding of the power of care, curiosity, and community.

Monday to Friday- Working between the hours 7:30am to 6:30pm. 4 days a week. 40 hours a week. EYITT course will be starting in September. 40 hours a week1 yearCommunication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4)
• Maths (grade 4)
• Science (grade 4)

Bachelors Degree in:

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

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

Other requirements

Certifications:

After you apply, you will receive a link to complete a screening form, alongside this, we will require copies of your bachelor's 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.

English (grade 4), Maths (grade 4), Science (grade 4), Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

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