Level 3 Apprentice Practitioner
Hatchell Wood Pre-School – Doncaster (DN4 6SL)
Closes: 27 Dec 2025 | Posted: 9 Dec 2025
Summary:
Join Hatchell Wood Preschool as a Level 3 Apprentice Practitioner, supporting children’s learning in a warm, caring setting. Gain hands-on experience, work closely with families, and help create a safe, inspiring environment while building a rewarding career in early years education.
Annual wage: £6,281.60 – £10,158.72 (may increase after probation).
Training course: Early Years Educator (Level 3, equivalent to A Level).
Hours: 16 hours/week (between 7:15 am – 5:45 pm).
Start date: 5 Jan 2026 | Duration: 18 months | Positions available: 1.
Work:
As an apprentice, you’ll gain practical experience while learning from experienced staff.
Key responsibilities:
* Follow EYFS and preschool policies.
* Create a safe, stimulating learning environment indoors and outdoors.
* Act as a key person for a small group of children.
* Build strong relationships with parents and carers.
* Identify and report safeguarding concerns.
* Support and teach children through play and planned activities.
* Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
* Maintain confidentiality at all times.
* Write clear reports and keep accurate records.
* Work with external agencies when required.
* Support preschool self-evaluation and improvement.
* Carry out other reasonable duties to support preschool aims.
Location: Hatchell Wood Primary School, Plumpton Park Road, Bessacarr, Doncaster, DN4 6SL.
Training:
Training is provided by Total Training Provision Limited, with at least 20% of your working hours spent on off-the-job learning, including:
* E-learning and self-study modules.
* One-to-one coaching.
* Employer-led training, projects and masterclasses.
* Functional skills in English and Maths (if needed).
* Portfolio of evidence and knowledge test.
Progression routes: Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner, senior roles in early years settings.
Requirements:
Essential qualifications and experience:
* Level 2 Childcare Qualification or above – this apprenticeship is only open to candidates who already hold a Level 2 Early Years qualification.
* Level 3 Safeguarding Certificate.
* Paediatric First Aid Certificate.
* Grade 4 (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
* At least 12 months working in an early years setting.
Skills and attributes:
Communication, IT, attention to detail, team working, patience, initiative, creativity, problem-solving, non-judgemental approach.
About the Company:
Hatchell Wood Primary Academy is a welcoming, inclusive community where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. With a broad, supportive curriculum and outdoor learning focus, children grow in confidence, respect, and shared values.
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Disability Confident: Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may be offered interviews if essential criteria are met.
After This Apprenticeship:
* Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner.
* Senior roles such as room leader, senior practitioner, or nursery manager.
* Career progression as nursery nurse, childminder, or other early years roles.