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Level 5 Apprenticeship
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Coaching in the Early Years
Advance your Early Years career with our Level 5 Coaching Apprenticeship. Master techniques like active listening, goal setting, and solution-focused coaching to mentor and inspire others.
9+
Months Plus EPA
£5,000
Total Value
18+
Hours Practical Coaching
ILM
Certified
About the Course and Who Is It For?
Our Level 5 Coaching in the Early Years Apprenticeship is designed for experienced Early Years professionals who want to develop advanced coaching and mentoring skills. This qualification empowers you to lead reflective practice, support colleagues, and create a culture of continuous improvement within your setting.
Ideal Candidates:
- Already coaching or mentoring others, formally or informally
- Completed EYITT, EY SENCO Award, or Early Years Apprenticeship
- Want to progress into leadership roles and influence practice
- Committed to professional development and sector best practice
You’ll Learn To:
- Deliver structured coaching sessions using models like GROW
- Apply emotional intelligence and motivational strategies
- Promote diversity, inclusion, and reflective practice
- Evaluate and measure coaching impact
Key Course Details:
Duration
9 months + End-Point Assessment
Qualification
ILM Level 5 Certificate in Effective Coaching & Mentoring
Cost
£5,000 – fully or 95% funded via Levy
Delivery
Blended learning with 1:1 tutor support
Practical Coaching
18+ hours in your setting
Start Dates
Monthly intakes available
Learning & Assessment
- 18+ Hours of Practical Coaching
Apply your skills in your setting with real colleagues - Online Workshops
Interactive learning and on-demand resources - Written Assignments
Demonstrate your understanding and application - End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Observation and professional discussion
Benefits and Impact
For You:
- Gain nationally recognised coaching expertise
- Build confidence and leadership skills
- Enhance career prospects in Early Years education
- Master advanced techniques like active listening and goal setting
For Employers:
- Foster a strong coaching culture
- Improve staff retention and quality of practice
- Access fully funded training with minimal disruption
- Develop leadership capacity within your team
Am I Eligible?
- Employment Status
Employed in an Early Years setting
- Qualifications
GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above (or Level 2 Functional Skills)
- Right to Work
Right to work and study in the UK
Criteria:
- Right to Work & Study in the UK (and lives in England with 3+ years’ residency)
- Not currently in full-time education
- Minimum 30 hours per week employment
- Employer commitment to off-the-job training
- Mandatory DBS check required
- Management responsibilities in early years setting
What You’ll Master
The Coaching in the Early Years Level 5 standard equips you with expert knowledge and practical skills
GROW Coaching Model
Active Listening Techniques
Goal Setting Strategies
Emotional Intelligence
Motivational Strategies
Diversity & Inclusion
Reflective Practice
Colleague Development Support
