Supporting early childhood education and care staff in the beginning of their careers
Early childhood education and care (ECEC) staff are central to promoting young children’s
development, learning and well-being. Novice staff, defined as staff with up to three
years of experience, account for 27% of staff in TALIS Starting Strong 2018. Novice
staff are generally less educated than experienced staff in terms of the level of
educational attainment and education or training with a focus specifically on working
with children. More novice staff than experienced staff report a strong need for additional
professional development in several areas, including “classroom/playgroup/group management”
and “working with parents or families”. Policy approaches to support novice staff
in ECEC can include ensuring that initial education prepares novice staff for their
jobs by providing relevant knowledge specifically on working with children, supporting
novice staff to engage in ongoing professional development, and clarifying how novice
staff can progress professionally.
Available from January 25, 2024
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