Report Why bother achieving EYP status?

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by: Helen (Telford)

I was one of the first people in the country to achieve early years professional status. Originally I felt very proud, and began informing colleagues around me that this was the way forward, however, nearly a year on I have not benfited persoanlly at all!!

I work in the not-for-profit sector, running a nursery registered for 50 children. I am passionate about my job and love every aspect, but feel so disheartened that my pay does not reflect my level of skill, consequently I maybe forced to work in a different sector for financial benefits.

It must be noted though that it is not the sectors fault as there is no money to cover such a salary but the government must take action soon, because many valuable people like myself will be lost from childcare.. and wheres the inspiration for those that are embarking on a long educational route to achieve EYPS, why do foundation degree?

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