Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship

Job description

Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship - Hodge Clough Primary School

We are currently seeking to recruit a hardworking and enthusiastic individual to join our team who is also passionate about early years. As an Early Years Apprentice, you will focus on high quality affordable childcare from 9 months - 5 years of age.

Key Details

Salary: £8 per hour

Working hours: Monday - Friday 08:15am - 15:15pm. 32.5 hours per week.

Location: Wilkes Street, Oldham, OL1 4JW

Apprenticeship Details - 16 months expected duration to complete, working towards your Early Years Level 2 Apprenticeship. (All learning is delivered online/ remote).

Training Provider: LMP Education (rated 1st best UK training provider)

The Nursery Apprentice supports the early years team in providing high-quality care, learning, and support for children in the school nursery. Working under supervision, the apprentice develops practical skills and knowledge while contributing to a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. This role combines hands-on experience with training towards an Early Years qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist practitioners with delivering play-based learning activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Support children during indoor and outdoor play, encouraging learning through exploration and creativity.
• Help with daily routines including welcoming children, snack/mealtime support, toileting, and personal care.
• Set up and tidy away resources, ensuring the nursery environment remains safe, clean, and well-organised.
• Build positive, warm relationships with children to support their emotional and social development.
• Observe children's learning and behaviour, contributing to notes or assessments as directed.
• Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and school policies at all times.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, early years practitioners, and support staff.
• Participate fully in training, mentoring sessions, and qualification requirements.

Desired skills & Personal qualities:

• Enthusiastic about making a difference
• Good interpersonal communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, committed, and punctual
• Have a passion for supporting children with their learning and development

Desired qualifications:

• DBS must be completed

About the Employer

Hodge Clough is a school on a journey, and together we are building something special: a school that sets high standards and a place where every pupil is known, supported and challenged to achieve their full potential.

We value high-quality learning, personal progress, and wellbeing equally, and our aim is to help every pupil flourish-developing the knowledge, character, and social skills they need to grow in confidence, resilience, and self-belief. We understand that children thrive when they feel safe, supported, and joyful in their learning. We are committed to building a school filled with warmth, kindness, and togetherness, where every voice is heard and every success is celebrated.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Oldham

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Salary indication

£8.00 Per Hour

Published at

05-09-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No