Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Footprints

Partou Nurseries is offering an apprenticeship to train as an Early Years Practitioner. This programme allows you to earn while you learn in a supportive environment.

What You'll Do

• Observe experienced practitioners.
• Take on responsibilities such as planning and maintaining children's records.
• Develop an understanding of 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 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 Next

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

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (grade 4) - desired

Key Details

• Wage: £19,125.60 a year
• Hours: 30 hours per week (3x10 hour shifts, exact hours TBC)
• Duration: 1 Year
• Start Date: 2026-12-07
• Closing Date: 2026-11-30

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