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Realise Training; Leeds; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

60% childcare discounts

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Career progression opportunities

Accredited training access

Buddy bonus scheme

Paid day off on your birthday

Health & wellbeing support 24/7

Job summary

Realise Training is partnering with Partou UK to offer an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner role in Leeds. The apprentice will train as an Early Years Practitioner while working towards a Level 2 apprenticeship, earning while learning in a supportive environment.

You’ll observe experienced staff, take on responsibilities like records and safeguarding, and contribute to children’s wellbeing and EYFS‑aligned activities. Mentoring is provided throughout the programme.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Plan and maintain children’s records and documentation.
• Develop an understanding of safeguarding policies.
• Share responsibility for health, safety, cleanliness and wellbeing of the children.
• Assist in planning and delivering activities in line with the EYFS.
• Be mentored by qualified staff and build relationships with children and parents.

Skills

Passion for education

Team player

Commitment to apprenticeship

Education

GCSE Maths/English (or equivalent)

Job description

Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Nursery Lane

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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

Apprenticeship Duration

12 Months

Company: Realise Training

Salary: £19,125.60 to £19,125.60 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: Leeds, LS17 7HW

Job type: Apprenticeship

Posting date: 8 Sept 2026

Closing date: 8 Oct 2026

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