Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Nature Trail Parbold

Partou Nurseries is seeking an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner to join their team at the Nature Trail Parbold setting.

This apprenticeship offers a chance to train as an Early Years Practitioner, earning while you learn towards a professional qualification 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 and Qualification

You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

What Happens Next

Level 2 Pathway apprentices at Partou usually become qualified Nursery Assistants within 12-months. After this, many move onto the Level 3 Pathway.

Key Details

• Wage: £19,125.60 a year
• Hours: 30 hours per week
• Duration: 1 Year 2 Months
• Start Date: 2026-11-02
• Closing Date: 2026-10-30

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