Apprenticeship · Level 2
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Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Acorns in Adel
Partou Nurseries£19,125.60
Leeds
Expected closing date: Friday, 30 October 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Earn while you learn as an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner working towards a Level 2 qualification.
- Starting salary of £19,125.60 per year for a 30-hour week.
- Gain valuable experience in childcare and benefit from career progression opportunities.
- Applications close on 2026-10-30.
About the Role
Partou Nurseries is seeking an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner to join their team at Acorns in Adel.
This apprenticeship offers a fantastic opportunity to train as an Early Years Practitioner while working towards a professional qualification. You will earn while you learn in a supportive, engaging, and progressive environment.
What You'll Do
- Observe experienced practitioners.
- Take on meaningful responsibilities such as planning and maintaining children’s records.
- Develop an understanding of safeguarding policies.
- Share responsibility for the health, safety, cleanliness, and overall wellbeing of the children.
- Help plan and deliver activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Training
- You will be working towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard.
- This includes Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours.
- Functional skills in Maths and English if required.
- Training will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
What Happens Next
- 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.
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Organisation skills
- Patience
Qualifications
- GCSE English Language (grade 4) - desired
- GCSE Mathematics (grade 4) - desired
Key Details
- Wage: £19,125.60 a year
- Working hours: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Shifts to be agreed at offer stage.
- Duration: 1 Year
- Start date: 2026-11-02
- Closing date: 2026-10-30
- Apprenticeship standard: Early years practitioner (level 2)
- Training provider: REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED
Benefits
- Genuine career progression opportunities
- Access to accredited training
- Comprehensive pension scheme with employer contributions
- 60% childcare discounts across our settings in England
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- High street discounts
- Buddy bonus scheme
- Paid day off on your birthday
- 24/7 access to health and wellbeing support through a professional counselling helpline