Following the resignation of their previous Deputy, the current Manager of Appletree Childcare sought funding towards Level 5 CCLD Leadership and Management training which would enable their prime candidate [from existing staff] to complete the course and take on the role. Acknowledging the necessity for a Level 5 qualification in the Deputy Manager post, the Committee agreed a grant of £1,000 on behalf of The Drapers’ Company towards the cost of the course.