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Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprentice

Jess - Noah'S Ark Childcare LTD · Leeds · posted 10 June 2026

Wage
£15,392 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 4 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Early years practitioner (level 2)
Starts
12 October 2026
Closing date
31 August 2026
Positions
1

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  • 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

Where it leads

  • 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

About Jess - Noah'S Ark Childcare LTD

Noah’s Ark is a welcoming and inclusive childcare setting dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and develop. The organisation focuses on supporting each child’s individual needs through play-based learning, while promoting positive relationships with families and ensuring high standards of care and early years education.

Things to consider

  • Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
  • Experience caring for children

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4/C or above) — desired
  • GCSE Mathematics (grade 4/C or above) — desired

Where you'll work

  • 14 TYNWALD HILL, LEEDS, LS17 5NJ

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