Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Buttercups

Partou Nurseries

£19,125.60 a year

Little Stanney

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 a Nursery Assistant role within 12 months.
Applications close on 2026-10-30.
Based in England with significant childcare discounts and wellbeing benefits.

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.
Develop an understanding of safeguarding policies.
Share responsibility for the health, safety, cleanliness, and 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 will be provided if required.
Training will be delivered by Realise.

What happens at the end

Level 2 Pathway apprentices usually become qualified Nursery Assistants within 12 months.
Many progress to the Level 3 Pathway after completing Level 2.

Skills

Communication Skills
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Organisation skills
Patience

Qualifications

GCSE Mathematics (grade 4) - desired
GCSE English Language (grade 4) - desired

Key Details

Wage: £19,125.60 a year
Working week: 30 hours per week, Monday - 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 Partou 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