Apprentice Early Years Practitioner

North Halifax Partnership; Halifax; Hybrid; GBP 9,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

North Halifax Partnership is offering an apprenticeship for an Early Years Practitioner. The role includes completing the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard with study time during working hours and EPA.

The position is 37 hours per week, with DBS check and interviews on 2 October 2026. GCSEs in English and maths at grades A-C/9-4* are preferred, and equality of opportunity is emphasized.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and maths at grades A-C/9-4*, or equivalent.
• Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard and EPA included.
• Functional Skills in English, maths and ICT, where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children attending the nursery.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to create a positive, structured and enabling environment.
• Ensure children are respected and treated as individuals, supporting their play, development and learning.
• Work in accordance with the EYFS statutory framework and other relevant legislation.

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

Are you enthusiastic about developing a career in Early Years and willing to learn while supporting young children’s learning and development?

During the apprenticeship, you will complete the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard, which includes:

• Functional Skills in English, maths and ICT, where applicable
• An End-Point Assessment (EPA)
• Dedicated study time within your working hours
• Duties and Responsibilities

As an apprentice Early Years Practitioner, you will be expected to:

• Provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children attending the nursery.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to create a positive, structured and enabling environment.
• Ensure children are respected and treated as individuals, supporting their play, development and learning.
• Work in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework and other relevant legislation.

Desired Qualifications: Applicants should ideally have:

GCSEs in English and maths at grades A-C/9-4*, or equivalent.

The role is 37 hours per week, including study time. Working hours will be discussed and agreed at the interview or offer stage.

Interviews to be held Friday 2 nd October 2026.

North Halifax Partnership LTD is an equal opportunity employer, people will be treated with dignity and respect regardless of race, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, disability and/or age. At all times people’s feelings will be valued and respected. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake a DBS Check.

North Halifax Partnership LTD is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Due to the nature of this post you will be required to undertake a DBS Check.