Level 2 Apprentice Practitioner

Overview

Level 2 Apprentice Early Years Practitioner
Hatchell Wood Pre-School – Doncaster (DN3 1JP
)
Closes: 01/03/2026 |
Posted: 18/02/2026

Summary:
Join Hatchell Wood Preschool as a Level 2 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 Practitioner (Level
2)
Hours: 16 hours/week (between 7:15 am – 5:45 pm).
Start date: ASAP |
Duration: 18 months |
Positions available: 2.

• 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.

Hatchellwood Preschool, Denton's Green Lane, Kirk Sandall, Doncaster, DN3 1JP

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.

Level 3 Early Years Educator, senior roles in early years settings.

Essential qualifications and experience:

• Grade 4 (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• All qualifications will be done on the job via the apprenticeship programme

Communication, IT, attention to detail, team working, patience, initiative, creativity, problem-solving, non-judgemental approach.

Hatchell Wood Pre-School 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.

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Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may be offered interviews if essential criteria are met.

• Level 3 Early Years Educator
• Senior roles such as room leader, senior practitioner, or nursery manager.
• Career progression as nursery nurse, childminder, or other early years roles.