Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Nursery Lane
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Company: Nursery Lane Nursery & Pre-school
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Location: Leeds, LS17 7HW
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £19,125.60 per year
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Sector: Early Years
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Ref: VAC-01292
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Application Deadline Date: 25/08/2025
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Start Date: 01/09/2025
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: 30
Brief Description
Are you passionate about working with children? If so, you’ll be a perfect addition to our family! We are currently recruiting for an apprentice nursery practitioner in our Nursery Lane nursery! As a nursery apprentice, you will have the opportunity to observe childcare workers in the nursery as they teach, communicate and play with little ones.
Qualifications Required
GCSE Maths/English grade 3 or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
Some experience working with babies or children under the age of five - desirable
Option for skills Bootcamp course to start accelerated apprenticeship at level 3 for the right candidate.
Personal Qualities
Articulate and friendly
Patient and punctual
Skills Required
Passionate about educating and supporting young children
Able to fully commit to the apprenticeship programme
Good at working in a team
Training to be Provided
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:
• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Qualification
• Functional skills in Maths and English if required
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
Future Prospects
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.
Vacancy Detail
At Partou we’re more than just a team; we’re a close community driven by our passion for childcare, and our commitment to each individual child’s development.
Our apprentices will learn the skill of being an Early Years Practitioner while studying for a professional qualification. This allows nursery apprentices to earn while they learn in an engaging, progressive and supportive environment.
As well as observing experienced practitioners in the nursery, you will also have a number of roles and responsibilities.
Roles and responsibilities of a nursery apprentice include:
Planning and maintaining children’s records
Developing an understanding of Safeguarding Policy
Undertaking a shared responsibility for caring for children’s health, safety, cleanliness and general wellbeing
Working toward a childcare qualification, such as a Level 2 or 3 Early Years Qualification
What to expect as an apprentice nursery practitioner:
· You’ll be supported and mentored every step of the way, working alongside qualified staff members
· You’ll build relationships with children, parents and colleagues
· Plan and deliver activities for the children in your care in line with the EYFS
As an apprentice nursery practitioner we offer many exciting benefits:
Genuine opportunities for career progression with access to professional accredited training
A comprehensive pension scheme with employer contributions
60 % childcare discounts – in any of our settings across England
Enhanced maternity/ paternity leave
Rewards and recognition – high street discounts at your fingertips
Buddy bonus scheme – cash rewards for referring a friend
Have your birthday off on us!
Health & wellbeing support 24/7 with access to external helpline of professional counsellors
……and so much more!