Dear Service Provider,
The AIM Level 1 application process has now opened on the Early Years Hive for services with new graduates of the Leadership for Inclusion (LINC) programme. A ‘new graduate’ refers to any person graduating in October 2026.
All applicants are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible. Applications received by 5pm on Thursday 22 October 2026 will be awarded the additional capitation from the Inclusion Co-ordinator’s employment start date relevant to the 2026/2027 programme year. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as any applications received after this date will not be backdated.
Applications must be submitted via the Early Years Hive. Applicant guidelines can be found here. Prior to submitting the AIM Level 1 application, service providers must ensure that they have completed their ECCE programme readiness steps and activated the ECCE Funding Agreement.
Should you have any queries in relation to the AIM Level 1 application process please contact the Early Years Provider Centre by raising a Request on the Hive using the following categories:
- Programme: AIM Level 1
- Request type: Application
- Request type detail: How To
Regards,
The Early Years Team
