Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - Level 5

Shoots; London Borough of Ealing; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

28 days holiday

Probation 6 months with review at 3

Birthdays off for good attendance

5 days of training per year

Job summary

Jolly Tots Day Nursery is seeking a Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprentice to join via Shoots Training. You will lead the nursery operations, ensure safeguarding, and drive high-quality education in line with EYFS and Ofsted requirements.

The role involves managing staff, developing partnerships with parents, and preparing for inspections while supporting development and wellbeing of children.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 Childcare qualification is essential.
• Previous experience in a Manager role is required.
• Previous experience with Ofsted is required.
• GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and day-to-day management of the setting
• Ensure safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed at all times
• Maintain a safe, secure, and compliant environment
• Ensure high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment in line with the EYFS
• Monitor staff practice and support continuous improvement
• Promote inclusive practice and support children with SEND
• Manage staff recruitment, induction, supervision, and performance
• Ensure effective staff deployment and appropriate ratios
• Build positive partnerships with parents, carers, and external professionals
• Ensure policies, procedures, and records are up to date
• Lead self-evaluation and prepare for Ofsted inspections
• Maintain confidentiality and engage in ongoing professional development

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Safeguarding

Experience in management

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

GCSE Maths & English (A*-C / 4-9)

Job description

Level 5Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Jolly Tots Day Nursery (Nursery Manager role)

Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliableand hardworking individual to complete their Level 5Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Jolly Tots Day Nursery.

Requirements;

• A Level 3Childcare qualificationis essential
• Previous experience in a Managers role
• Previous experience with Ofsted
• Have GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English, or equivalent

Welcome to Jolly Tots Day Nursery, a warm, friendly, and nurturing environment where children feel safe, valued, and at home. We provide high-quality care in a calm and welcoming setting, supporting each child with the same love, patience, and attention a parent would give their own.

Our dedicated team builds strong, trusting relationships with children and families, ensuring every child feels secure and confident. We recognise each child as an individual and support their development through play, exploration, and positive interactions.

At our nursery, we are proud to offer a caring, home-from-home environment where children are nurtured, encouraged, and supported to grow, learn, and thrive

We have 4 rooms and huge hall, and a big garden, in private area and follow EYFS framework

Your duties and responsibilities will include;

Purpose of the Role
To lead and manage the nursery effectively, ensuring high-quality care, education, and safeguarding in line with the EYFS and Ofsted requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and day-to-day management of the setting
• Ensure safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed at all times
• Maintain a safe, secure, and compliant environment
• Ensure high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment in line with the EYFS
• Monitor staff practice and support continuous improvement
• Promote inclusive practice and support children with SEND
• Manage staff recruitment, induction, supervision, and performance
• Ensure effective staff deployment and appropriate ratios
• Build positive partnerships with parents, carers, and external professionals
• Ensure policies, procedures, and records are up to date
• Lead self-evaluation and prepare for Ofsted inspections
• Maintain confidentiality and engage in ongoing professional development

Hours;

• Jolly Tots Day Nursery is open from 8:00am – 6:00pm Monday to Friday
• The successful candidate will be required to work 35 - 45hours per week

Benefits;

• Free parking
• 28 days holiday
• probation 6 months with a review at 3 months
• Those with good attendance get birthdays off
• 5 days of training a year