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Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - The Village

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Are you looking for a career in the early years sector? 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 level 2 or level 3 in The Village 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.

Locaton
Wigan
Employer
Partou Nurseries
Provider
Realise
Wages
19126 per annum
Level
Advanced Level 3 Apprenticeship
Apply by
Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Opportunity Details

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 a salary from £6.60 - £7.00 per hour (dependant on age and experience), plus 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!

Full Time 30.00 Hours per week Education & Training 1 Role available New Vacancy

Kickstart Your Career!

Ready to kickstart your career? Check the key dates below and don’t miss your chance!

Posted
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Apply by
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Interviews
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Start date
Monday, June 2, 2025

Skills Required

  • Passionate about educating and supporting young children
  • Able to fully commit to the apprenticeship programme
  • Good at working in a team


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.

Training

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. Partou 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 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 through Partou‘s dedicated training provider, Realise.

Personal Qualities

  • Articulate and friendly
  • Patient and punctual

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.

Other Information

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check

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