Apprenticeship · Level 2
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Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Little Faces, Hazel Grove

Partou Nurseries
£19,125.60 a year
Stockport

Expected closing date: Friday, 30 October 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Earn while you learn on a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship.
  • Starting annual wage of £19,125.60.
  • Gain practical experience and a professional qualification over 1 year.
  • Applications close on 2026-10-30.
  • Based in Hazel Grove.

About the Role

Partou is a community driven by a passion for childcare and a commitment to each child’s individual development.

Our apprenticeship programme 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 well-being 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, and Functional skills in Maths and English 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.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly wage starting from £12.26 (depending on age and experience).
  • Genuine career progression opportunities.
  • Access to accredited training.
  • Comprehensive pension scheme with employer contributions.
  • 60% childcare discounts across 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.

Key Details

  • Wage: £19,125.60 a year
  • Working week: 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

Desired Qualifications

  • GCSE English Language (grade 4)
  • GCSE Mathematics (grade 4)