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Early Years Lead Practitioner

Transform your early years career by mastering leadership, pedagogy, and inclusive provision management. Perfect for room leaders and senior practitioners, this course prepares you for management responsibilities and progression toward Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS).

Who is this course for?

  • Senior practitioners
  • Room leaders
  • Duty managers
  • Pre-school leaders

Assessment method

Apprenticeship assessment consisting of:

  • Workplace observation with questioning
  • Professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio of evidence

Typical job roles

Early Years Lead Practitioner, Nursery Room Leader, Deputy Nursery Manager, Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Coordinator, Lead Practitioner.

What our learners say

Niki Magson

The Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship has been a truly empowering experience. It's not just about gaining a qualification; it's about personal and professional transformation.

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Course level

5

Course length

18-24

months

+ End-Point Assessment

Training method:

Blended learning

Fees

£9,000 (100% fully funded via the apprenticeship levy)

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