About the course

They are highly skilled practitioners who take an operational lead for the care, learning and development of all young children within their care, adapting to individual needs providing inclusive and holistic provision.

They are able to engage with sector developments both locally and nationally, with a commitment to developing their own professional and educational competencies.

In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with children aged birth to eight years, families, practitioners, other professionals and appropriate agencies. An employee in this occupation will be responsible for supporting the quality of learning and development in their setting.

Entry Requirements

The apprentice will need to be in a position with extra responsibilities to enable them to meet the criteria on the Level 5 such as Manager, assistant manager, deputy manager, Early years coordinator, room leader, SENCo and student liaison officer.

Employment for 30 hours or more within an Early Years' setting.

An enhanced DBS

Modules

An employee in this occupation will be responsible for supporting the quality of learning and development in their setting. They lead on the operational aspects of this provision and are typically responsible for leading other practitioners, an aspect or environment such as; Communication and Language, Planning and Assessment, Forest School, Physical Activity and Nutrition.

A variety of techniques will be used to complete the modules through assignments, presentations, direct observation, case studies, projects ...

Assessment

Direct observation, discussion and portfolio evidence

Careers & Progression

Apply for management positions or enquire within Universities to complete a 12-month top-up programme, giving you a degree on completion and the qualification levels required to progress on to EYITT ( Early Years Initial Teacher Training awards Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS), and as the leading Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT)