Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Little Darlings

Realise Training; Stockport; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension contributions

60% childcare discounts

Birthday day off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Partou is offering an apprenticeship programme to train as an Early Years Practitioner while earning a wage and working towards a professional qualification. You will observe experienced staff, take on responsibilities like planning records, and contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing of children.

The role includes 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with on-the-job training and a wage starting at £12.26 per hour, plus a range of benefits including pension, childcare discounts, and career

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths/English grade 3 or equivalent or willingness to work towards functional skills.
• Experience with babies or children under five is desirable.
• On-the-job training provided through apprenticeship programme.

Responsibilities

• Plan and maintain children’s records as part of day-to-day care.
• Support health, safety, cleanliness and overall wellbeing of the children.
• Assist in delivering activities aligned with EYFS and support learning.

Skills

GCSE Maths/English (level 3)

Teamwork

Patience

Punctuality

Communication

Education

GCSE Maths/English (grade 3 or equivalent)

Job description

Employer:

Location:

384 Hempshaw Lane,Stockport,, Manchester, North West, SK1 4NT

Pay:

£19,125.60 to £19,125.60 per year

Contract Type:

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

Yes

Closing Date:

06/11/2026

About this job

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.

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). We offer a competitive hourly wage starting from £12.26 (depending on age and experience), along with a wide range of exciting benefits including 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, and 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 Qualifications Required 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 This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

Future Prospects 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.

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