Early Years Lead Practitioner Level 5 Apprenticeship

Introduction

Ready to take the next step in your early years career? This Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner apprenticeship is designed for experienced practitioners looking to develop their leadership skills while continuing to support children's learning and development.

About the Employer

Abacus Ark was founded in 2012 by Anthony Ioannou, inspired by a long family tradition in early childhood education. His grandmother, Angela Carrington, opened Toddlers Inn Nursery School in St John’s Wood, where his mother Laura later helped expand the family’s vision for nurturing, play-based learning. It was also where Anthony began his own early years journey – an experience that shaped his understanding of the power of care, curiosity, and community. 

What You'll Do

• Support children's learning, development, and wellbeing
  Lead high-quality practice within the setting
• Support and mentor colleagues to deliver excellent outcomes for children
• Plan and implement engaging learning experiences
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and professionals
• Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment

Training Outcome

• Potential to progression to manager role

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Essential - Level 3 Early Years Educator - Level 3 Early Years Educator - Pass

Course Information

Course: Early years lead practitioner (level 5)

Level: 5

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Higher

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday. Working between the hours of 7.30am- 6.30pm, 4 days a week.

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Training Provider: BEST PRACTICE NETWORK LIMITED