Early Years Practitioner Apprentice Level 2- Bobblewood

Realise Training Group; Leicester; Remote; GBP 9,000 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff childcare discount

CPD & career dev

Supportive team culture

Company pension

Wellbeing support

Job summary

St. George’s Nursery in Leicester is seeking a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprentice to support the team while you work toward your qualification.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in a nurturing setting, with CPD and career development opportunities, a DBS check, and a structured on‑the‑job training plan delivered by Realise.

Salary is set for an apprenticeship with a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday, and ongoing development toward the Level 2 qualification.

Qualifications

• Some experience in childcare preferred.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Kindness.
• Willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing high-quality care and education to children.
• Support planning and delivery of engaging activities.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Learn and apply best practices while working toward your qualification.

Skills

Time management

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Passion for early years

Willingness to learn

Job description

Ref: VAC-02605

Sector: Early Years

Deadline: 30/10/2026

Start Date: 02/11/2026

Working Week: Monday to Friday 40.00 Hours per week

Positions Available: 2

Vacancy Detail

At St. George’s Nursery, we’ve been shaping young lives for over 30 years, building our nurseries on a foundation of care, dedication, and passion. This commitment is reflected not only in the children we nurture but also in our exceptional team—many of whom have been with us for 15 years or more, a true testament to the supportive and welcoming environment we’ve created. We believe in fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to grow.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

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

Qualifications required

• Some experience is preferred
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Kindness
• Willingness to learn

Skills required

• Time management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Passionate about early years education and child development.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Future Prospects

Career Progression opportunities

Other Information

You will be required to undertake an enhanced dbs check as part of the employers safer recruitment process

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
• Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Qualification
• Functional skills in Maths and English if required

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.