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