Early Years Lead Practitioner
Version 1.1 – VQA Level 5 End-Point Assessment for ST0551 Early Years Lead Practitioner (610/6156/6)
Version: 1.1
Level: 5
LARS Number: 655
Reference: ST0551
Funding: £9,000
Duration: 24 months
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Early Years Lead Practitioners can turn their hand to any number of scenarios. From arranging activities in playgroups and nurseries to taking care of those in need within hospitals and social care settings, apprentices within this role can enjoy broad horizons when they complete their course of learning. The role, of course, involves working with children up to the age of eight, but Early Years Lead Practitioners can also expect to liaise with parents and professionals from other child-focused agencies as they go about supporting the quality of learning and development in their setting. As part of their role, they're typically responsible for leading other practitioners and usually report directly to the head of the setting.
Apprenticeship Assessment Components
To complete their Apprenticeship Assessment, Early Years Lead Practitioner apprentices must achieve a pass, merit or distinction in the following components.
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The Apprenticeship Assessment Assessor observes the apprentice undertaking their normal duties in the workplace. The apprentice must be observed interacting with a group of children, leading/supervising colleagues, and communicating with parents/carers/guardians. The observation period lasts 60 minutes (+10%) and is followed by a question and answer session lasting 30 minutes (+10%).
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This is a structured, two-way discussion between the apprentice and their Apprenticeship Assessment Assessor. It lasts for 90 minutes (+10%) and is supported by a portfolio of evidence submitted at gateway. Questions are related to the KSBs assigned to this assessment method.
Why VQA?
Gateway to completion submission reviewed within 24 hours
Assessments booked within 1 working day of gateway to completion approval
Results released in market-leading time
Assessment planning meetings offered to all apprentices
Average gateway-to-completion of 6 weeks*
*unless otherwise stipulated by the assessment plan Gateway to Completion Requirements
Portfolio of evidence
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