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Episode 2: An Underpaid & Undervalued Workforce with Neil Leitch

Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined once again by Neil Leitch, CEO of the Early Years Alliance. In this episode, Alistair and Neil cover some of the perceptions around working in Early Years, and how we can improve this. Practical tips for practitioners Alistair & Neil emphasise the challenges of getting the right training and understanding around…

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Early Years Neil Leitch Podcast Podcast Series 5

Episode 1: Early Years Funded Hours with Neil Leitch

Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined by Neil Leitch for the first episode of the brand new TTS Talking Early Years Podcast Series 5. Neil and Alistair will be covering the topic of Funding in the Early Years over the next 4 episodes, with this first one covering Early Years Funded Hours. Practical tips for practitioners The…

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Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 5 TTS

Meet Podcast Guest: Dr Steph Ainsworth

Dr Steph Ainsworth is an education researcher and teacher educator in Manchester Met’s School of Teacher Education and Professional Development. She has several years’ experience as a primary school teacher and has a passionate interest in teacher wellbeing. Steph is currently leading a three-year project, as part of the ESRC Education Research Programme, ‘Decentring the…

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Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 5 TTS

Meet Podcast Guest: Neil Leitch

Following a career in finance which culminated in him chairing the Finance Industry Standards Association, Neil was asked to volunteer his skills to what was then the Pre-school Learning Alliance.  In 2008, Neil was appointed as CEO. He has been a strident leader of the largest early years membership organisation in the country, overseeing its…

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Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 5 TTS

Alistair Bryce-Clegg: Meet the host of the TTS Talking Early Years Podcast

Meet the host of the award-winning TTS Talking Early Years Podcast; unlocking the potential for learning in the Early Years! The upcoming series 5, hosted by Alistair Bryce-Clegg, aims to highlight ways to support best practice in the Early Years. Each week, Alistair will be joined by guest experts and early years practitioners to explore…

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Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 5

SIGN UP! TTS Talking Early Years Podcast Series 5

The award-winning TTS Talking Early Years podcast is back for Series 5! Join Alistair Bryce-Clegg and experts every Thursday as they discuss ways to support best practice in the Early Years. SIGN-UP NOW and be the first to hear about new TTS Talking Early Years podcast episodes with Alistair Bryce-Clegg and guests. Plus, unlock access…

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Ann-Marie Christian Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 4

Topic Round-up: Safeguarding with Ann-Marie Christian

Take a deep-dive into the topics covered on our podcast with learnings, tips and resource recommendations from our in-house expert, Olivia Haslam. Topic overview Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined by Ann-Marie Christian, a safeguarding consultant, speaker, and author. Throughout the episodes they delve into the crucial topic of safeguarding in the early years. The conversation underscores…

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Podcast Series 4

CPD Topic 5: Safeguarding in the Early Years

Course content: This topic has been developed with Anne Marie Christian. Safeguarding consultant, speaker and author, Ann Marie inspires and motivates organisations in keeping children and adults safer by bringing safeguarding to the front line and embedded in their daily practice. This course will support your understanding of safeguarding in the Early Years. Learning outcomes:…

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Debs Davies Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 4

Topic Round-up: Approaches to ADHD through an inclusive lens with Debs Davies

Take a deep-dive into the topics covered on our podcast with learnings, tips and resource recommendations from our in-house expert, Olivia Haslam. Topic overview Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined by Debs Davies, a coach and consultant who is committed to helping create affirming and inclusive environments where neurodivergent people can be valued. The topic of ADHD…

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Podcast Series 4

CPD Topic 4: Approaches to ADHD through an inclusive lens

Course content: This topic has been developed with Debs Davies, practical, no-fluff coach & consultant who is committed to helping organisations and practitioners create affirming and inclusive environments where neurodivergent people can be valued for their strengths rather than be limited by their challenges. This course will support your understanding of ADHD through an inclusive…

Bysfrancis18 April 20240Comments

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Episode 2: An Underpaid & Undervalued Workforce with Neil Leitch

Episode 1: Early Years Funded Hours with Neil Leitch

Meet Podcast Guest: Dr Steph Ainsworth

Meet Podcast Guest: Neil Leitch

Alistair Bryce-Clegg: Meet the host of the TTS Talking Early Years Podcast

SIGN UP! TTS Talking Early Years Podcast Series 5

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