Apprentice Early Years Practitioner – Level 2

Little lives today, big adventures tomorrow.

Are you an enthusiastic individual ready to start your journey in Early Years education?

Join our exceptional team at The Nest Daycare at Portway as a Level 2 Apprentice Early Years Practitioner, where you'll support high-quality care and learning experiences for children aged 1–4 years in line with the EYFS framework.

You will work under the guidance of qualified staff, gaining hands-on experience while studying towards your Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification. You'll help create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive, while supporting the smooth day-to-day running of our thriving Daycare.

What we are looking for

Eager and Committed: Motivated to work with children and enthusiastic to learn while completing your Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification.

Knowledgeable and Safe: Basic awareness of child development, safeguarding, and health and safety practices.

Inclusive and Nurturing: Treats all children fairly and builds positive relationships with families.

Collaborative and Willing to Learn: Able to follow instructions, work cooperatively with colleagues, and develop practical skills.

Professional and Reliable: Caring, punctual, enthusiastic, and committed to personal development.

What we can offer:

Competitive Pay and Progression: Attractive salary with clear opportunities for career growth.

Supportive and Innovative Setting: Work in a nurturing, forward-thinking environment with access to excellent facilities.

Collaborative Team: Benefit from the guidance of qualified teachers and experienced Early Years practitioners.

Professional Development: Fully funded training, paid development time, and real progression opportunities.

Positive Culture: Enjoy termly team socials and continuous investment in your wellbeing and success.

Visits are strongly recommended. When you visit the Daycare, you will see first-hand our excellent facilities and feel how welcoming The Nest is.

We welcome early applications and will consider holding interviews before the closing date for strong candidates.

Applicants must be currently residing in the UK and able to demonstrate the right to live and work in the UK.

To Apply:

Download the application form and email your completed application to

We look forward to hearing from you

PLEASE NOTE:

• Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close the advert early depending on the volume of applications we receive. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. We will only be contacting those candidates who have been selected to progress to the next stage of the process. Please note we do not have parking facilities onsite.
• The Nest Daycare at Portway is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This appointment will be conditional on successful pre-employment checks. Identity, Prohibition, Qualification, Barred List, Enhanced DBS, Section 128, Overseas, Right to work, Reference, Criminal Record and Medical Checks are essential for all applicable posts at the School.
• In accordance with paragraph 221 of Keeping Children Safe in Education (2023), The Nest Daycare at Portway will carry out an online search for all shortlisted candidates. If shortlisted for the role an appropriate online search will be undertaken on your name(s). Any information given will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation to the post for which you have applied.

We welcome early applications and will consider holding interviews before the closing date for strong candidates.

Applicants must be currently residing in the UK and able to demonstrate the right to live and work in the UK.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £10.00-£13.00 per hour

Work Location: In person