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Early Years Apprenticeship Level 2 - Buttercup Barn Day Nursery

Hgdn LTD · Bath · posted 3 November 2026

Wage
£13,936 a year
Hours
33.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Early years practitioner (level 2)
Starts
15 December 2026
Closing date
8 December 2026
Positions
1

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As an Apprentice you will be a key member of the nursery team, your duties may include:

  • Planning and delivering fun and educational activities with the children
  • Play alongside and with children to support their play
  • Contribute to children’s records through observation
  • Assist with the supervision of children at rest times and at mealtimes

Contribute in creating a safe, happy environment for the children

Ensure the play area is clean and tidy at all times

Working alongside outside agencies in supporting the children

Qualities

Friendly and approachable

Patient and caring

The ability to interact positively with children and adults

Flexible and willing to carry out a number of different activities within the job role

Reliable

Trustworthy

Motivated

Good time keeping

This position would suit a candidate with a bubbly, outgoing personality who is able to work on their own initiative and is prepared to commit to the work required for an apprenticeship.

Your training

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:

  • Level 1 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
  • End-Point Assessment (EPA)
  • On the job training

Where it leads

  • Progression to a higher level qualification or full time employment may be available after completion of the apprenticeship

About Hgdn LTD

Buttercup Barn Day Nursery is situated in beautiful farmland grounds, we offer a holistic approach to learning where adventure, curiosity and creativity is fostered through a love of learning. The nursery is situated on a Duchy farm in Newton St Loe, just outside of Bath. The setting is surrounded by private beautiful countryside, woodland, and streams-all of which the children explore regularly during walks, woodland activities, and forest schools. We nurture and support our children to become self-assured, caring, and curious learners. Every child has enormous potential and the importance of the early years in a child's development cannot be over-emphasised. Buttercup Barn offers a rich enabling environment with experienced, caring, and responsive practitioners.  

Things to consider

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Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsTeam working

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4-9) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4-9) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Claysend Farm Granary Barn Claysend Farm, Bath, BA2 9JE

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