Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship *Qualifications and Experience Required* LE1 6TF

• Lead high‑quality practice within your room or designated area
• Support and mentor junior staff, apprentices, and students
• Work closely with the management team to drive continuous improvement
• Build strong, professional relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Contribute to planning, assessment, and curriculum development
• Champion safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusive practice
• Model excellent communication and behaviour management strategies

For the successful candidate, there is the possibility of ongoing employment upon completion of the relevant qualification.

At The Dolls House Nursery and Pre-school, we realise the importance of working in partnership with parents, and celebrate independence and individuality of each child.

We have a very ‘open’ policy towards parents who can phone at any time; especially at the baby stage. Parents, as well as children, join our nursery as members and are respected and valued, kept informed by periodic news-letters, consulted and involved with an open day twice a year. Whilst developing confidence and self-awareness in a

safe, friendly atmosphere, your child will be encouraged to share and participate in group activities, making decisions and choices in a self-initiated learning situation. All seven areas of learning are covered from birth to school age according to OFSTED approved ‘Early Years Foundation Stage’ curriculum. A safe and stimulating environment is provided in which all children, including those with special educational

needs, are supported to reach their full potential.

After a successful interview, the apprentice would be required to undertake a some voluntary days (usually about a week) to really get a feel for what they will be doing.