Job title : Apprentice Nursery Practitioner
Vacancy ID : 14269
Postcode : SL2 2NJ
Recruitment Advisor : Karen Rotheram
Recruiter email :
address : 10 Lower Britwell Rd
Hourly rate : £8.00
Programme Name : Level 2 - Early Years Practitioner
Anticipated Interview Date : 2026-11-20 00:00:00
Anticipated start date : 2026-11-25 00:00:00
Employer description :

The Nursery operates from a substantial "White House" called the Oratory Montessori Day Nursery. Our aim is to create a ‘home away from home’ environment which is relaxed, safe and caring for children and parents alike.

Our rooms are fresh and bright with dedicated areas for sleep, meals and active play. Equally important are our secure outdoor play areas to help the children develop an awareness of the natural world about them and a sense of well-being as well as the opportunity to develop their gross motor skills. We want your child to enjoy being in a safe and caring environment from the moment you drop them off to the time you pick them up. Our dedicated staff are ready to give a hug or helping hand when needed and they also have the skills and knowledge required to stretch your child’s imagination and learning.

Job description :

A fantastic opportunity has become available at Oratory Montessori Day Nursery. They are looking for an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner to join their ‘Good’ setting, to fit well within their friendly team and learn skills on the job whilst supporting children’s play, learning & development.

Duties Will include

• Caring for children

• Preparing and maintaining environments to meet children's needs

• Supporting children's play and learning

• Supporting children's development

• Adhere to all safeguarding practices

• Preparing snacks and help with their feeding and cleaning

To become an apprentice, you must:

• be 16 or over
• not already be in full-time education

As an apprentice you’ll:

• complete a Level 2 or 3  Early Years apprenticeship standard, level is dependant on qualifications and experience
• have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace
• learn and train for a specific job
• get paid and receive holiday leave
• get hands-on experience in a real job
• study for 6 hours of your working hours
• complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship
• be on a career path with lots of future potential
• be entitled to a TOTUM membership, find out more here About TOTUM | TOTUM UK

As an apprentice you’ll:

• complete a L2 or L3 Early Years apprenticeship standard
• have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace
• learn and train for a specific job
• get paid and receive holiday leave
• get hands-on experience in a real job
• study for at least 20% of your working hours
• complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship
• be on a career path with lots of future potential
• be entitled to a TOTUM membership, find out more here About TOTUM | TOTUM UK

For more information about Inspiro Learning’s apprenticeship delivery and what it entails please click here to watch a short video

What is an apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience and get paid. You’re an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, you'll have the right skills and knowledge needed for your chosen career.

Levels of an apprenticeship

Each apprenticeship has a level and an equivalent education level. You can start an apprenticeship at any level.

At the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll achieve the equivalent education level. For example, if you complete a level 3 apprenticeship, you’ll achieve the equivalent of an A level.

Brief Overview of the Vacancy : A fantastic opportunity has become available at Oratory Montessori Day Nursery. They are looking for an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner to join their ‘Good’ setting, to fit well within their friendly team and learn skills on the job whilst supporting children’s play, learning & development.
Qualifications required : Non Specific - experience in caring for children would be preferred.
Personal Qualities : •Polite
•Patient Punctual
•Diligent
•Trustworthy
•Reliable
•Confidentiality essential
Things to consider : Wages may be higher than advertised and will be discussed on an individual basis at interview.
If L2 has already been completed or you have had previous experience with children, please still apply as L3 Early Years Educator is also available.
This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received and you may be invited to an interview before the closing date. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment.

Any job offer is subject to a DBS check

Working 40 hours per week earliest start 7:30am latest finish time 6pm

Important information:
Whilst on an apprenticeship an apprentice is entitled to an NUS card https://