Early years lead practitioner Level 5 Apprenticeship

  • Company: Rainbow Friends Childcare
  • Location: Barking, IG11 7SQ
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000000336
  • Application Deadline Date: 29/05/2026
  • Start Date: 30/05/2026
  • Positions Available: 3
  • Working Week: Part-time, exact working days and hours TBC

Brief Description

A Level 5 Apprenticeship role at Rainbow Friends Childcare, supporting the care, learning, and development of children. Gain leadership skills, oversee daily practice, guide staff, and ensure a safe, nurturing environment while working toward a recognised childcare qualification.

Training to be Provided


  • Early Years Lead Practitioner Level 5 Apprenticeship Standard

Future Prospects

After completing a Level 5 Childcare Apprenticeship at Rainbow Friends, typical career progression could include:



  • Room Leader/Senior Early Years Practitioner - Leading a team within a nursery setting

  • Deputy Manager - Assisting in managing the day-to-day operations of the childcare setting

  • Nursery Manager/Early Years Manager - Full management responsibility for a childcare setting

  • Specialist Roles - Such as Early Years Advisor, Inclusion Lead, or Childcare Trainer

  • Further Qualifications - Level 6 Early Years Professional or related leadership/management courses

Vacancy Detail


  • Lead and support staff in providing high-quality care and education for children

  • Plan, deliver, and evaluate activities that promote learning and development

  • Ensure children’s safety, wellbeing, and inclusion while meeting regulatory standards

Other Information

Paediatric first aid.

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