Introduction

During the course of their training, trainee teachers need to be prepared to teach across the 0 to 5 age range (the EYFS). To ensure all trainees are experienced across the age range, they spend a period of time working within an alternative age setting.

During SBT2 no trainee will be required to perform more than 90% of the duties normally required of a full-time early years teacher. Therefore it is expected they receive a percentage of their working week as non-contact time.

The Alternative Age Range Setting will be organised by the School of Education, Sport and Health Sciences Partnership Office and will take place 11th – 22nd November 2024.

Mentor Training and Development

Training Sessions

Mentor training occurs before the placement begins. It is mandatory that all mentors engage in training.

Description	Date	Time	Location
Mentor Training – Introduction to the EYITT course and placement expectations The EYITT assessment process​ Use of the e-Portfolio (PebblePad)	Wednesday 6th November	12:30 – 1.30pm	Online via Teams link

SBT2 Handbooks and Documents

SBT2 Handbook

Title	Link	Description
SBT Handbook	EYITT SBT2 Handbook	Information relating to the alternative age range SBT2

SBT2 Assessment and Planning Forms

Form	Description	To be completed by	Frequency or date to return form to the University
Progress Report – EYITT SBT2 form	Report on trainees’ progress	Mentor (supported by University Tutor)	TBC
Need for Enhanced Support – EYITT	Targets for Enhanced Support Process	Mentor / University staff	If necessary
Early Years Learning Plan.docx	A UoB provided format for planning sessions. This format covers core elements of planning.	Trainee	To use when planning for a progress review or if there is a need to revert to more detailed planning
Early Years Learning Plan – Example 2	Example of a completed Early Years Learning Plan.