Apprenticeship · Level 2
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Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Little Oaks
Partou Nurseries£19,125.60
Hyndburn
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, working 30 hours per week.
- Gain practical experience and achieve a professional qualification.
- Applications close on 2026-10-30.
- Start date of 2026-11-02.
About the Role
Partou Nurseries is seeking an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner to join their team at Little Oaks.
This 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 including planning and maintaining children’s records.
- Develop an understanding of safeguarding policies.
- Share responsibility for the health, safety, cleanliness, and overall wellbeing of the children.
- Help plan and deliver activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Training and Development
- 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.
- Your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
What Happens Next
- Level 2 Pathway apprentices usually become qualified Nursery Assistants within 12 months.
- Many then progress to the Level 3 Pathway.
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 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.
Key Details
- Wage: £19,125.60 a year
- Hours: 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