Apprenticeship · Level 2
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Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Bluebells
Partou Nurseries£19,125.60 a year
Preston
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 wage of £19,125.60 per year for a 30-hour week.
- Gain practical experience in childcare and progress to qualified Nursery Assistant within 12 months.
- Applications close on 2026-10-30.
About the Role
Partou Nurseries is offering an apprenticeship to train as an Early Years Practitioner. This role involves working towards a professional qualification while earning and learning in a supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Observe experienced practitioners.
- Plan and maintain children's records.
- Understand safeguarding policies.
- Share responsibility for the health, safety, cleanliness, and wellbeing of the children.
- Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Help plan and deliver activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Training
- You will work towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard.
- This includes Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours.
- Functional skills in maths and English will be provided if required.
- Training will be delivered by Realise.
What Happens Next
- Upon completion of the Level 2 Pathway, apprentices typically become qualified Nursery Assistants within 12 months.
- Many then progress to 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)
- Duration: 1 Year
- Start date: 2026-11-02
- Closing date: 2026-10-30