TQUK Level 5 Diploma for Senior Practitioner in an Early Years Setting
Why choose this course?
The TQUK Level 5 Diploma for Senior Practitioner in an Early Years Setting is designed to equip experienced educators with the advanced knowledge, leadership skills, and practical experience needed to excel in senior roles within early childhood education.
With this program, you gain two valuable qualifications: a Level 5 certification and a Montessori certification, equipping you to excel in both EYFS and Montessori settings.
This course will allow you to progress into roles such as Nursery Manager, Lead Teacher, Senior Practitioner or Curriculum Coordinator, or alternatively, to specialize further and take on positions such as Montessori Lead Teacher or Montessori Curriculum Specialist.
What will you get from this course?
TQUK
accredited
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Leadership skills: Prepares learners for senior positions such as nursery managers, lead practitioners or curriculum coordinators.
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Career growth: Equips practitioners with the skills to lead high-quality teaching and learning in early years settings.
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Meet sector needs: Responds to the increasing need for qualified leaders who can align EYFS frameworks and Montessori principles to deliver exceptional early years education.
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Montessori pedagogy (optional add-on): Enables educators to specialize in Montessori practice, enhancing their ability to implement child-centered approaches alongside modern curriculum standards.
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Reflective practice: Encourages professionals to critically reflect on their roles, implement improvements and inspire teams to deliver excellent educational outcomes.
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Real-world application: The mandatory 420-hour practice in a senior position ensures learners gain hands-on leadership experience, preparing them to manage real-life challenges in early years settings.
Key Information
What you need to know
Typically takes between 12 - 18 months to complete, depending on your pace and commitment.
Assignments include written assignments, reflective journals, presentations, LMS quizzes and project-based tasks. There is also a practical evaluation that takes place during your 420-hour practicum in a senior role.
The total qualification time is 720 hours, of which 420 hours are mandatory practical training in a senior role.
There are additional Montessori-specific assessments for learners that opt for the specialization.
IMPORTANT NOTE
The Montessori practical training is 45 hours long.
This course is TQUK-accredited and the Montessori component is TQUK-endorsed.
What will you get from TeachWise?
Experienced trainers, with a combined 50+ years in early years education
A hybrid course delivered through a state-of-the-art learning management system including engaging videos, live sessions, recorded sessions and a learner forum
Support putting the practical aspects of Montessori education into practice during your practicum.
Entry requirements
A Level 3 Early Years Diploma or equivalent.
Working or volunteering in a senior capacity within the early years sector.
To be aged 18 and over and seeking to retrain or upskill in the early years sector.
Full course plan - Mandatory modules
Lead safeguarding and welfare practice within the early years setting
1
Champion inclusive practice and equity
in the early years
2
Manage the care, health and well-being processes within early years
3
Lead and promote positive change in the early years setting
4
The principles
and practice of effective leadership and coaching in the early years
5
Champion learning and development opportunities for young children
6
Promote the personal and professional development of self and others who work in early years provision
7
Support and lead the development of partnership in early years settings
8
Support babies and young children through periods of transition and significant life events
9
Champion playful pedagogy within the early years setting
10
Lead
opportunities
for the holistic development of babies and young children
11
Promote
health, safety
and security
within the early
years setting
12
Promote
innovative practice in the development of an enabling environment within the early years setting
13
Lead practice in the storage, handling and use of information in the early years setting
14
Prepare for
and lead or support mandatory inspection processes within the early years setting
15
Promote an
inclusive environment to support the development and wellbeing of babies
and children with additional needs
16
Promote positive attachment and co-regulation in the early years setting
17
Effective assessment for learning and development
18
Pricing and Payment
Learners can choose the TQUK Level 5 Diploma as a stand-alone qualification, or purchase this diploma alongside the Montessori certification as a bundle.
We offer flexible payment plans to accommodate learners’ needs. Contact us for detailed pricing options
If you have any questions or want to register for the next intake, please click on the button below or email us at info@teachwisevocational.com.