Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprentice

  • Company: JESS - NOAH'S ARK CHILDCARE LTD
  • Location: LS17 5NJ
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000036207
  • Application Deadline Date: 31/08/2026
  • Start Date: 12/10/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Mon-Thurs 8.00 am-5.00pm with occasional Fridays.

Brief Description

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship develops skills to support children’s learning, care and development in a nursery or childcare setting. Gain hands-on experience, a qualification, and a salary. Ideal for starting a childcare career with progression opportunities.

Future Prospects


  • Progress to Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship

  • Become a qualified Nursery Practitioner

  • Take on key worker or room leader responsibilities

  • Move into senior roles (e.g. Room Leader, Deputy Manager)

  • Progress to Nursery Manager or setting manager

  • Option to specialise (SEN support, safeguarding, etc.)

  • Potential to move into teaching or childcare ownership

Vacancy Detail


  • Assist with planning activities

  • Set up and tidy equipment

  • Support children’s play and development

  • Monitor safety and report concerns

  • Help with snacks and basic tasks

  • Maintain records and paperwork

  • Attend training and meetings

  • Promote inclusion, confidentiality, and care

  • Complete risk assessments

  • Carry out other reasonable tasks

Other Information


  • Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

  • Experience caring for children

Ready to start your adventure?