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Early Years Practitioner Apprentice

JUST CHILDCARE LIMITED · Slough

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Pay
£19,906 a year
Hours
30 a week
Length
15 months
Starts
24 Nov 2026
Advertised closing date
17 Nov 2026
Openings
1 position
Last checked
an hour ago

Applications are handled by JUST CHILDCARE LIMITED directly.

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What you would do

At Partou, the children lead the way. They explore their surroundings and learn about the world they live in, by choosing for themselves which activity they want to join in with next. Our team are there to care for them and keep them safe. To nurture their emerging abilities and encourage them to seize each fun-packed day.

Day to day

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.

What you would study

Early years practitioner (level 2)

Training provider: LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

Working week

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

What you need

Skills they are looking for

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer care skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Patience

After the apprenticeship

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

Where

Slough, South East (SL1).

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.

Things to consider

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