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Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprentice at Hassockmoor Childcare, Ilminster

Hassockmoor Childcare & Out of School Club · Barrington · posted 9 September 2026

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Early years practitioner (level 2)
Starts
2 October 2026
Closing date
20 September 2026
Positions
1

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

You will be an integral part of the team and will play a key role in assisting the children to learn and develop. We are very passionate about enabling children to learn through play and engaging their minds in new and exciting ways.

Duties include:

  • Setting up and carrying out activities with children
  • Preparing snacks
  • Assisting with personal care
  • Helping with the day-to-day running of the nursery
  • Building relationships with parents/carers
  • Enabling children to learn through different methods

This role may be closed early if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Your training

  • Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
  • Functional Skills in English and maths if required
  • End Point Assessment - Knowledge Test and Professional Discussion
  • Blended on/off-the-job training and location to be confirmed

Where it leads

  • Excellent career prospects upon successful completion, progression onto the Advanced Apprenticeship Early Years Educator
  • We have a great history of working with apprentices within our business
  • Most have progressed on to a higher-level apprenticeship or into a full-time role

About Hassockmoor Childcare & Out of School Club

Hassockmoor Nursery is based in Barrington near Ilminster. We provide flexible, high-quality care and education in a rural location, which allows the children time and space to grow and develop at their own pace. We open from 7:30AM until 6PM all year round.

Things to consider

Successful candidates will be subject to a DBS check. Public transport in Somerset is limited. Please consider how you will travel to the place of work, particularly if you rely on public transport.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsTeam workingCreativeNon judgementalPatienceCaringWork to a high standardReliableFlexibleModel appropriate behaviourWillingness to learn

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — desired
  • GCSE maths (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • The Old School, Water Street, Barrington, Ilminster, TA19 0JR

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