Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship *qualifications and Experience * LE1 6TF

This apprenticeship is designed for a skilled and confident level 3 practitioner who is ready to take on additional responsibility. You will develop advanced leadership skills, deepen your understanding of child development, and play a key role in shaping practice across the nursery.

What you'll do

• Lead high‑quality practice within your room or designated area
• Support and mentor junior staff, apprentices, and students
• Work closely with the management team to drive continuous improvement
• Build strong, professional relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Contribute to planning, assessment, and curriculum development
• Champion safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusive practice
• Model excellent communication and behaviour management strategies

Training

Early Years Lead Practitioner Level 5.

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard.

After the apprenticeship

For the successful candidate, there is the possibility of ongoing employment upon completion of the relevant qualification.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Strong understanding of EYFS

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, English (grade 4/C)
• Desired: GCSE, Maths (grade 4/C)
• Essential: A Level, Early Years Educator (Level 3) (grade Pass)

Things to consider

After a successful interview, the apprentice would be required to undertake a some voluntary days (usually about a week) to really get a feel for what they will be doing.

About the employer

At The Dolls House Nursery and Pre-school, we realise the importance of working in partnership with parents, and celebrate independence and individuality of each child.

We have a very ‘open' policy towards parents who can phone at any time; especially at the baby stage. Parents, as well as children, join our nursery as members and are respected and valued, kept informed by periodic news-letters, consulted and involved with an open day twice a year. Whilst developing confidence and self-awareness in a

safe, friendly atmosphere, your child will be encouraged to share and participate in group activities, making decisions and choices in a self-initiated learning situation. All seven areas of learning are covered from birth to school age according to OFSTED approved ‘Early Years Foundation Stage' curriculum. A safe and stimulating environment is provided in which all children, including those with special educational

needs, are supported to reach their full potential.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Early years lead practitioner (level 5), Education and early years
• Apprenticeship level: Higher (level 5)
• Training provider: EDEN TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED
• Expected duration: 2 Years
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: A minimum of 30-hours a week in shifts, anytime from 7.00am - 6.00pm. Days to be confirmed.
• Start date: 29 October 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £12,480 a year