L5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Rugby

Are you an experienced early years practitioner looking to develop your leadership skills and advance your career? This fully funded Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship offers the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on experience, learn advanced practice techniques, and achieve a nationally recognised qualification — all while earning a salary.

As a Level 5 Apprentice, you’ll take on greater responsibility, working alongside managers and senior leaders to shape learning environments, support staff development, and improve outcomes for children.

Why Choose an Apprenticeship?

• Earn while you learn – gain real experience without student debt.
• Fully funded learning provided by an Ofsted “good” rated training company.
• A structured training plan with dedicated study time during your working hours
• High-quality training, and one-to-one support from experienced mentors
• Clear progression routes to higher qualifications and leadership roles
• Make a real difference to children’s lives every day
• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives every day.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced early years practitioner to progress into leadership, gain advanced qualifications, and make a real difference to children, families, and colleagues alike.

• Leading and supporting your team to deliver high-quality early years education
• Implementing and evaluating the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Supporting colleagues with planning, assessments, and reflective practice
• Coaching and mentoring junior practitioners to improve practice standards
• Developing strong relationships with parents, carers, and professionals
• Ensuring safeguarding, health & safety, and inclusion policies are consistently upheld
• Leading projects that improve outcomes and drive positive change in your setting
• Completing all apprenticeship training and assessments to achieve your Level 5 qualification

• Passionate about early childhood education and child development
• Experience working in an early years setting
• Ready to develop leadership and coaching skills
• Excellent communicator, able to inspire and motivate others
• Organised, reflective, and committed to continuous professional development,

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent) required
• GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) OR Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths

• Willingness to undertake First Aid, Safeguarding, Food Hygiene, and other essential training

• Must be available to work at least 16 hours per week in order to receive fully funded apprenticeship.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Physically able to carry out the requirements of the role.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as needed.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)*.