Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - Lesley's Private Day Nursery (Full-time)

​​​​​​As a level 5 apprentice, you’ll work at a reputable and Ofsted-rated "Good" Nursery setting and get practical experience in growing your leadership and management skills whilst working alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work:

Early Years Lead Practitioners are experienced professionals who take an operational lead in early years settings, ensuring the highest standards of care, learning and development for children from birth to eight years You will have opportunity to lead day-to-day practice across areas such as safeguarding, planning and assessment, communication and language, and health and wellbeing You will model effective, play-based pedagogy, mentor colleagues, and drive continuous improvement through reflective practice You will work closely with families, professionals and agencies, tacting as a key influencer within the setting You will ensure inclusive, child-centred provision that meets individual needs and supports positive outcomes This apprenticeship is aimed at people who work under their own initiative, planning and organising their own workload and supervising others, for example, as room leaders

Training:

The apprentice will be working towards the Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard qualification (Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours). This will be delivered in the workplace. Off-the-job training will be given as a minimum of 7 hours per week to complete all the necessary training, which will be delivered in the workplace.

Within this standard, you will also complete:

Functional skills maths and English, if required

Training Outcome:

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

Employer Description:
Our team of dedicated staff ensure that your child has the best opportunity to develop their social and emotional skills alongside their academic education at our homely settings within the beautiful grounds at Mortec Park. We have two separate settings each with 4 spacious and light playrooms: Unit 3 for our babies up to 2 ½ years old and Unit 7 for our 2 to 4 year olds.

Working Hours :
Working shifts from 7.30am - 5.30pm & 8.00am - 6.00pm Option to work over 3 or 4 days working 9.5 hours per day (TBC)

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Leadership skills