Apprentice Nursery Practitioner Oratory Montessori Day Nursery


Company:	Inspiro Learning
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Slough
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Apprenticeship
Posting date:	21 Oct 2026
Closing date:	20 Nov 2026

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Summary

Programme duration 12-15 months including end point assessment

Programme name Level 2 - Early Years Practitioner

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.

Employer website

https://oratorymontessori.com/

Future Prospects

This vacancy is for a permanent position (for at least the duration of the Apprenticeship) with the possibility of fulltime employment within Oratory Montessori Day Nursery, upon the successful completion of the apprenticeship programme.

Skills required

•Good Communication

•Ability to use computer

•Adaptable

•The ability to work as part of a team

•Must be able to follow instructions from the room leader

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