Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Woodlands Park

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.

Requirements

• GCSE or equivalent in: English Language (grade 4), Mathematics (grade 4)
• Communication Skills
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Organisation skills
• Patience
• This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Observe experienced practitioners.
• 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.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Help plan and deliver activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Support babies and young children through a range of transitions and significant events.
• Recognise when a child is in danger, at risk of serious harm or abuse and explain the procedures to be followed to protect them.
• Identify risks and hazards in the provision and during off-site visits relating to both children and staff and visitors and follow reporting procedures.
• Use prevention and control of infection techniques for hand washing and food preparation and hygiene, deal with spillages safely, safe disposal of waste, using correct personal protective equipment.
• Use equipment, furniture and materials safely and securely, following the manufacturer's instructions and provision's requirements.
• Encourage children to be aware of personal safety and the safety of others and develop personal hygiene practices.
• Promote health and wellbeing in the provision by encouraging babies and young children to consume healthy, balanced and nutritious meals, snacks and drinks appropriate for their age and be physically active throughout the day.
• Carry out respectful care routines appropriate to the development, stage, dignity and needs of the child.
• Communicate with all children, including those for whom English is an additional language and those with additional needs.
• Extend children’s development and learning through verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Encourage babies and young children to use a range of communication methods.
• Use a range of appropriate communication methods to share information with children, parents or carers and other professionals.
• Work with colleagues to identify and plan educational programmes to support children’s holistic development.
• Implement and review activities to support children’s play, creativity, social development and learning and clear up after activities.
• Observe children, assess, plan and record the outcomes, share results accurately and confidentially.
• Use learning activities to support early language development.
• Support children’s early interest and development in mark making, writing, reading and being read to.
• Support children’s interest and development in mathematical learning.
• Support the graduated approach for the assessment, planning, implementation and reviewing of each baby’s and young child's individual plan for their care and participation.
• Work in ways that value and respect the developmental needs and stages of babies and children.
• Use feedback and mentoring or supervision to identify and support areas for development, goals and career opportunities.
• Work co-operatively with colleagues, other professionals and agencies to meet the needs of babies and young children.
• Work alongside parents or carers and recognise their role in the baby or child’s health, well-being, learning and development.
• Encourage parents or carers to take an active role in the baby's or child’s care, play, learning and development.
• Demonstrate how to share information with parents or carers about the importance of healthy, balanced and nutritious diets for their child, looking after teeth and being physically active.

Benefits

• £19,125.60 a year
• Training course: Early years practitioner (level 2)
• From 30 hours a week Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at call stage.
• 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
• A buddy bonus scheme
• A paid day off on your birthday
• 24/7 access to health and well-being support through a professional counselling helpline

Application Process

• Closes on Friday 26 June 2026
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About Partou Partou is the Netherlands’ largest childcare group, with access to world-leading expertise in learning and development. They offer a child-led approach that emphasises building confidence and curiosity, so that every child in their care has the freedom to flourish. Apprentices at Partou usually become qualified Nursery Assistants within 12 months of starting, with many moving onto the Level 3 Pathway afterwards.

Contact REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED VAC2000031461