Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Smileys Day Nursery
Partou NurseriesExpected closing date: Friday, 30 October 2026
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Key Takeaways
- Earn while you learn on a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship.
- Starting salary of £19,125.60 per year for 30 hours per week.
- Gain valuable experience and potential for career progression within Partou Nurseries.
- Applications close on 2026-10-30, with a start date of 2026-11-02.
About the Role
This apprenticeship 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
- Plan and maintain 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).
- Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
Training
You will be working towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours, and 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 of starting. After this, many move onto 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 our 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 well-being support through a professional counselling helpline.
Key Details
- Wage: £19,125.60 a year
- Working 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
Desired Qualifications
- GCSE Mathematics (grade 4)
- GCSE English Language (grade 4)