Apprentice Nursery Practitioner

Realise; Oxton Village; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Accredited training

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Childcare discounts across England

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

High street discounts

Buddy bonus scheme

Paid birthday leave

24/7 health & wellbeing support

Job summary

Partou is offering a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship in England, with the opportunity to train toward a professional qualification while earning as you learn. You will observe experienced staff, take on meaningful responsibilities, and work under qualified mentors to develop essential safeguarding and child wellbeing skills.

You will gain hands-on experience in planning activities, maintaining records, and contributing to a safe, caring environment for children under EYFS.

Qualifications

• Passion for educating and supporting young children.
• Articulate and friendly demeanor.
• Patient and punctual with good attendance.
• Able to commit to the apprenticeship programme and complete on‑the‑job training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and maintaining children’s records.
• Support safeguarding policies and health, safety and wellbeing of children.
• Observe experienced practitioners and take on responsibilities under supervision.
• Help plan and deliver activities aligned with EYFS.

Skills

Passion for educating young children

Articulate and friendly

Patient and punctual

Team player

Commitment to apprenticeship

Training to be provided

Education

GCSE Maths/English grade 3 or equivalent

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 wellbeing 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.

We offer a 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.