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Lead Practitioner - LV5 Apprentice
SMILEY FACES DAY NURSERY LTD · WMC TRAINING LTD
Location
KETLEY, TELFORD
Postcode
TF1 5DH
Salary
Competitive
Duration
2 Years
Hours per week
40h
Positions available
2
Level
Level 5 – Higher
Qualification
Early years lead practitioner (level 5)
Start date
30 November 2026
Application deadline
26 November 2026
Posted
27 October 2026
Vacancy reference
2000061266
About the role
- To support fellow educators/practitioners to deliver the setting’s curriculum and standard of practice
- To work towards an early years qualification with support from the setting’s staff and training provider
- To seek support from members of the team to assist your learning
- To work closely with children aged 0-5 years old, looking after their daily needs such as feeding, nappy changing and toileting
- To work as part of a team to deliver and meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage for all children
- To plan, provide and support age-appropriate play opportunities in line with the curriculum and individual needs of the children in your care
- To ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all children in your care
- To observe, assess and record children’s learning and development progress
- Provide an enabling environment that meets the needs of each unique individual child
- To build and maintain positive relationships with parents/carers
- To adhere to and follow the setting’s policies and procedures
- To attend regular team meetings
- To ensure standards of health and safety, hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times
- To attend additional training events and meetings as identified by the Setting Manager for training requirements
Working week
Monday to Friday - 40 hr week with varied shift patterns between 8am and 6pm.
Skills
Communication skillsAttention to detailTeam workingCreativeInitiativePatience
Required qualifications
Desired
Early Years Educator - Level 3 · Early Years Educator - Level 3 · Grade Pass
Training & development
Training will be provided in the workplace through WMC Training. The successful applicant will receive tailored 1-2-1 learning in person as well as a mixture of online training resources.
Future prospects
This employer is a keen investor in their staff. They recruit with the intention of upskilling their team to future proof business operations and aspire to have home-grown leaders established internally.
Things to consider
Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
About SMILEY FACES DAY NURSERY LTD
We are an inspirational day nursery dedicated to provide a stimulating and purposeful experience that allows children to flourish.
Contact name
Ben Pope
Contact phone
08006446877
Contact email
ben.pope@wmctraining.co.uk