NOAH’S ARK CHILDCARE  – Early Years Practitioner – LS17 5NJ

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Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship develops skills to support children’s learning, care and development in a nursery or childcare setting. Gain hands-on experience, a qualification, and a salary. Ideal for starting a childcare career with progression opportunities.

Overview

The Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship at Noah’s Ark Childcare offers a fantastic opportunity to begin a rewarding career in childcare while gaining valuable hands-on experience and a nationally recognised qualification. Over the 16-month programme, apprentices will develop the practical skills and confidence needed to support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing within a safe and nurturing environment.

Working alongside experienced childcare professionals, the apprentice will help plan engaging activities, support children through play-based learning, and contribute to creating a positive and inclusive setting where every child can thrive. The role also involves assisting with daily routines, maintaining records, promoting safeguarding and safety, and building strong relationships with children, staff, and families.

Through structured training with Leeds City College and real workplace experience, apprentices will strengthen important skills such as communication, teamwork, organisation, creativity, and patience, while gaining a deeper understanding of child development and early years education.

This apprenticeship provides an excellent foundation for future progression into Level 3 Early Years Educator qualifications and long-term career opportunities within childcare, including senior practitioner, room leader, safeguarding, SEN support, or nursery management roles.

About the Employer

Noah’s Ark is a welcoming and inclusive childcare setting dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and develop. The organisation focuses on supporting each child’s individual needs through play-based learning, while promoting positive relationships with families and ensuring high standards of care and early years education.

Training to be Delivered

This apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or training provider. At least 20% of working hours will be spent studying or training.

Course: Early Years Practitioner (Level 2, GCSE equivalent)

Key points:

  • Training details have not been finalised yet
  • You may need to travel to a college or training location
  • Check with the employer for more information about the training arrangements

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Vacancy Details

Vacancy Location

14 TYNWALD HILL, LEEDS, LS17 5NJ

Apprenticeship Level

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Employer Name

Noahs Ark Kinder Nursery

Employer Address

14 TYNWALD HILL, LEEDS, LS17 5NJ

Expected Duration

16 Months

Working Week

Mon-Thurs 8.00 am-5.00pm with occasional Fridays.

Weekly Hours

37 hours a week

Wage Amount

£15,392 a year

Desired Qualifications

  • GCSE English (Grade 4/C or above) desirable
  • GCSE Mathematics (Grade 4/C or above) desirable

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
  • Experience caring for children

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