The EYP section of Aspect (Association of Professionals in Education and Children's Trusts) said that pay levels are unacceptably low and that there is a gulf between the Government's view that EYPs are 'graduate leaders' and the perception of their status by local authorities, teacher colleagues and potential employers.
Comments from EYPs around the country reveal a growing level of disillusionment, with many EYPs feeling short-changed after being promised a career, status and position similar to that of teachers.
Helen Willis, Aspect's national lead for EYPs, said, 'EYPs are excited about being EYPs and feel they can make a difference. But if we want to keep these people, we need jobs and a platform for them to be recognised for their expertise. There are a huge number of [early years] jobs that don't advertise for EYPS.'
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