Apprentice Early Years Practitioner Level 2/3
Doncaster, South Yorkshire•Full-time
£6,281.60 - £10,158.72 annually
£6,281.60 - £10,158.72 annually
About the Job
Level 3 Apprentice Practitioner
Hatchell Wood Pre-School - Doncaster (DN4 6SL)
Closes: 15/03/2026 | Posted: 9 Dec 2025
Hatchell Wood Pre-School - Doncaster (DN4 6SL)
Closes: 15/03/2026 | Posted: 9 Dec 2025
Summary:
Join Hatchell Wood Preschool as a Level 2/3 Apprentice Practitioner, supporting children’s learning in a warm, caring setting. Gain hands-on experience, work closely with families, and help create a safe, inspiring environment while building a rewarding career in early years education.
Annual wage: £6,281.60 - £10,158.72 (may increase after probation).
Training course: Early Years Educator (Level 3, equivalent to A Level).
Hours: 20+ hours/week (between 7:15 am - 5:45 pm). Increasing over time.
Start date: ASAP | Duration: 18 months | Positions available: 4
Join Hatchell Wood Preschool as a Level 2/3 Apprentice Practitioner, supporting children’s learning in a warm, caring setting. Gain hands-on experience, work closely with families, and help create a safe, inspiring environment while building a rewarding career in early years education.
Annual wage: £6,281.60 - £10,158.72 (may increase after probation).
Training course: Early Years Educator (Level 3, equivalent to A Level).
Hours: 20+ hours/week (between 7:15 am - 5:45 pm). Increasing over time.
Start date: ASAP | Duration: 18 months | Positions available: 4
Work:
As an apprentice, you’ll gain practical experience while learning from experienced staff.
As an apprentice, you’ll gain practical experience while learning from experienced staff.
Key responsibilities:
- Follow EYFS and preschool policies.
- Create a safe, stimulating learning environment indoors and outdoors.
- Act as a key person for a small group of children.
- Build strong relationships with parents and carers.
- Identify and report safeguarding concerns.
- Support and teach children through play and planned activities.
- Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
- Maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Write clear reports and keep accurate records.
- Work with external agencies when required.
- Support preschool self-evaluation and improvement.
- Carry out other reasonable duties to support preschool aims.
Location:
Hatchellwood Preschool
Hatchellwood Preschool
Denton's Green Lane
Kirk Sandall
Doncaster
DN3 1JP
Training:
Training is provided by Total Training Provision Limited, with at least 20% of your working hours spent on off-the-job learning, including:
Training is provided by Total Training Provision Limited, with at least 20% of your working hours spent on off-the-job learning, including:
- E-learning and self-study modules.
- One-to-one coaching.
- Employer-led training, projects and masterclasses.
- Functional skills in English and Maths (if needed).
- Portfolio of evidence and knowledge test.
Progression routes: Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner, senior roles in early years settings.
Requirements:
- Qualifications and experience are not required if you are selected as a Level 2 apprentice
- If selected for Level 3 Apprenticeship the below are not essential but desirable.
- Level 2 Childcare Qualification or above.
- Level 3 Safeguarding Certificate.
- Paediatric First Aid Certificate.
- Grade 4 (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
- At least 12 months working in an early years setting.
Skills and attributes:
Communication, IT, attention to detail, team working, patience, initiative, creativity, problem-solving, non-judgemental approach.
Communication, IT, attention to detail, team working, patience, initiative, creativity, problem-solving, non-judgemental approach.
About the Company:
Hatchell Wood Primary Academy is a welcoming, inclusive community where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. With a broad, supportive curriculum and outdoor learning focus, children grow in confidence, respect, and shared values.
Visit Hatchell Wood
Hatchell Wood Primary Academy is a welcoming, inclusive community where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. With a broad, supportive curriculum and outdoor learning focus, children grow in confidence, respect, and shared values.
Visit Hatchell Wood
Disability Confident: Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may be offered interviews if essential criteria are met.
After This Apprenticeship:
- Level 3/5 Early Years Lead Practitioner.
- Senior roles such as room leader, senior practitioner, or nursery manager.
- Career progression as nursery nurse, childminder, or other early years roles.