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Early Years Practitioner Apprentice

JUST CHILDCARE LIMITED · LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED
Location
148 Barnwood Road
Postcode
GL4 3JT
Salary
£19,905.60 a year
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Hours per week
30h
Positions available
1
Level
Level 2 – Intermediate
Qualification
Early years practitioner (level 2)
Start date
13 October 2026
Application deadline
6 October 2026
Posted
10 September 2026
Vacancy reference
2000052777

Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).

About the role

Partou is proud to be part of the National Partnership in Early Learning and Childcare (NPELC) - a group of 10 of the largest childcare providers across England. Together, we operate over 1,300 childcare settings, employ more than 38,000 people, and take care of over 160,000 children.

As an Early Years Educator Apprentice, at Partou, you will be working towards the Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship over the duration of 14 months, alongside your daily roles and responsibilities.

Your daily roles and responsibilities will include:

  • Working alongside qualified members of staff, where you will be supported and mentored every step of the way
  • Building relationships with children, parents, and carers, as well as colleagues
  • Plan and deliver activities for the children in your care in line with the EYFS

You will also be entitled to some amazing benefits, which include;

  • 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 and wellbeing support 24/7 with access to external helplines of professional counsellors

Please note that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

At Partou we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Working week

30 hours per week. Monday - Friday, exact shifts to be confirmed.

Skills

Communication skillsAttention to detailCustomer care skillsTeam workingCreativePatience

Required qualifications

Essential
Apprenticeship Standard · Early Years Practitioner · Grade Level 2

Training & development

Future prospects

Ongoing training and development, with the opportunity to progress onto higher level apprenticeships.

Things to consider

The key dates provided should be used as a guide only, if the position is filled, the vacancy will close.

About JUST CHILDCARE LIMITED

For us at Partou, childcare isn’t just a job, it’s a journey – one where every child leads us in a unique new direction.

As part of the Netherlands’ largest childcare group, we’ve access to world-leading expertise in learning and development, so you can be confident your child will benefit from an experience as unique as they are.

Website
partou.co.uk/about/