Early Years Practitioner Apprentice Level 2

Enfield, EN2 7HU

Ref: VAC-02376

Type: Apprenticeship

Salary: Competitive Salary

Sector: Early Years

Deadline: 24/07/2026

Start Date: 01/08/2026

Working Week: 40 hours a week Mon-Fri 7:45 - 6:15 / 1 half day

Company: Green Oaks Day Nursery

Positions Available: 1

Vacancy Detail

At Green Oaks Day Nursery, we believe that children are capable of so much and if given the opportunity to develop their independence, they really can amaze us with the things they can do. We feel it is our duty to teach responsibility to children – from using a knife safely to prepare food to cleaning up their area – gaining these life skills will build their confidence and teach them the importance of teamwork.

As a Level 2 Early Years Apprentice, you will support the team while working towards your qualification, gaining hands-on experience in a nurturing and professional setting.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Assist in providing high-quality care and education to children.
• Support the team in planning and delivering engaging activities.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for all children.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Learn and apply best practices in early years education while working towards your qualification.

In return, we offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities
• Staff Childcare discount
• A supportive and friendly team culture
• Company pension scheme
• Wellbeing support
• Company Pension

This is a fantastic opportunity to begin your career in childcare while earning and learning. If you're ready to make a difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you!

Qualifications required

Maths & English Grade 4

Personal qualities

Kind and compassionate
Patient and calm
Friendly and approachable
Trustworthy and honest
Positive attitude
Eager to learn and develop
Flexible and adaptable
Organised and responsible
Resilient and able to use initiative

Skills required

A genuine passion for working with young children.
Excellent communication and listening skills.
A caring, patient, and nurturing approach.
Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
Ability to work well as part of a team.
Creativity and enthusiasm for planning fun activities.

Future Prospects

This apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career in early years. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to progress into a permanent Nursery Practitioner position, subject to performance and vacancies. We are committed to supporting our staff with ongoing training, professional development, and opportunities to progress into senior practitioner, room leader, and management roles.

Training to be Provided

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:
• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Functional skills in Maths and English if required
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

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Early Years Practitioner Apprentice Level 2