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Team Leader Level 3
Develop first-line management skills to lead and supervise teams in early years settings. Perfect for room leaders and aspiring managers.
Sign up for the next course before the 29th Jan ’26 cut off date.
15
Months Duration
£5,000
Total Value
£250
Employer Contribution
95%
Government Funded
(for levy payers)
What is it?
A Room Leader is often there as the first line of support to early years practitioners and provides line management, supervision and support for their teams. Room Leaders supervise individuals, teams, or elements of a project, or a combination of these. They offer direction, instructions, and guidance to achieve set goals.
They are vital for the smooth running of a setting and are often responsible for ensuring that the EYFS statutory framework requirements are correctly administered and maintained in line with their settings procedures. Room Leaders understand how their role supports the broader setting structure and apply codes of practice, legislation, and regulations relevant to their settings’ areas of operation.
Key Course Details:
Duration
15 months of comprehensive training
Coaching
Expert Skills Coach support throughout
Cost
£5,000 – fully or 95% funded via Levy
Support
Functional Skills & SENCo included
Mentor Support
Regular workplace observations
EPA Support
Full End Point Assessment preparation
Who is this for?
The Team Leader (L3) apprenticeship is designed for Early Years Practitioners ready to take the next step in their career. This is the perfect progression for those who want to develop first-line management skills and lead a team within an early years setting.
Ideal for current or aspiring Room Leaders who supervise practitioners and ensure smooth daily operations. This qualification enhances your knowledge, skills, and behaviours while advancing your career opportunities and social mobility.
Example Roles
Room Leader
Team Supervisor
Senior Practitioner
Deputy Manager
Am I Eligible?
- Employment Status
You must be employed in an early years setting with supervisory responsibilities - Prior Qualification
Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification recommended - Functional Skills
English & Maths at Level 2 (or working towards) - Leadership Role
Currently or aspiring to supervise practitioners
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
What you will learn
The Team Leader (L3) focuses on developing first-line management skills to support and lead teams effectively.
Communication Skills
Managing Change
Building High Performing Teams
Problem Solving
People & Relationships
Using Technologies
Data Collection & Benchmarking
Contributing to a Project
Business Planning
Programme & Features
What’s Included
- Skills Coach Support
Experienced leadership specialists guide your journey - Online Teaching Sessions
Scheduled masterclasses via Microsoft Teams - Functional Skills Support
English & Maths Level 2 included - Workplace Observations
Face-to-face Skills Assessor visits - End Point Assessment
Full EPA preparation and support
Exclusive Eden Features
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Online CPD (£100 value)Access to blended e-learning courses
- The Child’s Developing Mind (£100 value)
Understanding early brain development - SENCo Course (£100 value)
Level 3 SEND Coordinator training - The MINDful Driver (£100 value)
Confidence building for drivers
Total Value of Complementary Features:
£400
End Point Assessment
Assessment Method 1
Presentation with Questions
Deliver a professional presentation on a leadership topic with follow-up questioning from independent assessors.
Assessment Method 2
Professional Discussion
Underpinned by a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your leadership skills and knowledge.
How much does it cost?
The programme is valued at £5,000 with 95% government funding. Your employer contribution is just £250.
How long does it take?
The typical duration is 15 months, combining workplace learning with online teaching sessions and assessments.
What happens after completion?
Upon successful completion, you’ll receive your Level 3 Team Leader qualification, opening doors to operations management roles.
Does this Apprenticeship count towards ratios?
This apprenticeship wouldnt allow the achiever to count in ratios if they do not already have an L3 EYE qualification (if they only have an L2, they would not count in ratios)