Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Yeadon

£19,125.60

Leeds

Expected closing date: Friday, 30 October 2026

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Earn while you learn as an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner working towards a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification.
Starting wage of £19,125.60 per year for a 30-hour week.
Gain practical experience and receive support from qualified staff, with opportunities for career progression.
Applications close on 2026-10-30, with a start date of 2026-11-02.

Partou Nurseries is seeking an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner to join their team in Yeadon.

Train as an Early Years Practitioner while working towards a professional qualification.
Earn while you learn in a supportive, engaging, and progressive environment.
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).
Receive on-the-job training and 20% off-the-job learning as part of your working day.

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.

Level 2 Pathway apprentices usually become qualified Nursery Assistants within 12 months.
Many then move onto the Level 3 Pathway.

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.

Wage: £19,125.60 a year
Working week: 30 hours per week, Monday - 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