Apprentice Nursery Practitioner

Realise; Leeds; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career progression

Accredited training

Pension scheme

Childcare discounts

Enhanced leave

High street discounts

Buddy bonus

Birthday day off

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Partou in Leeds is offering a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship. You will train on the job, observe experienced staff, and take on responsibilities like planning activities and keeping records.

Starting hourly wage is £12.26, with genuine career progression opportunities, accredited training, and pension benefits as part of a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths/English grade 3 or equivalent, or willingness to work towards functional skills.
• Some experience with babies or children under five is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and maintaining children’s records.
• Support safeguarding policies and health and safety of children.
• Help plan and deliver activities aligned with EYFS.
• Observe experienced practitioners and learn on the job.

Skills

Passionate about teaching

Team player

Patient and punctual

Commitment to apprenticeship

Education

GCSE Maths/English grade 3

Willing to work towards functional skills

Job description

Our apprenticeship programme offers a fantastic opportunity to train as an Early Years Practitioner while working towards a professional qualification, allowing you to earn while you learn in a supportive, engaging, and progressive environment. Alongside observing experienced practitioners, apprentices take on meaningful responsibilities such as planning and maintaining children’s records, developing an understanding of safeguarding policies, and sharing responsibility for the health, safety, cleanliness, and overall well‑being of the children. You’ll be supported and mentored every step of the way by qualified staff, build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, and help plan and deliver activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Level 2 Pathway apprentices at Partou usually become qualified Nursery Assistants within 12 months of starting. After this, many move onto the Level 3 Pathway.

GCSE Maths/English grade 3 or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship. Some experience working with babies or children under the age of five - desirable Personal Qualities Articulate and friendly Patient and punctual Skills Required Passionate about educating and supporting young children Able to fully commit to the apprenticeship programme Good at working in a team 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
• Functional skills in Maths and English if required

At Partou, we’re more than just a team-we’re a close-knit community driven by a passion for childcare and a strong commitment to each child’s individual development.

• competitive hourly wage starting from £12.26 (depending on age and experience)
• genuine career progression opportunities
• access to accredited training
• a comprehensive pension scheme with employer contributions
• 60% childcare discounts across our settings in England
• enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• high street discounts
• a buddy bonus scheme
• a paid day off on your birthday
• 24/7 access to health and wellbeing support through a professional counselling helpline-and so much more.

Working Week From 30 hours a week Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage