Join Partou as a Level 3
Nursery Practitioner

Where childcare isn’t just a job, it’s a journey

Become a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner at Partou and join a supportive, caring community where you can enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career.

With access to world-class childcare research, resources, and expertise, we help you develop skills, and empower you to create a positive impact on the development of the next generation.

What we’re looking for

The perfect candidate for one of our Level 3 roles:

  • Must hold a minimum Level 3 childcare qualification
  • Have a desire to work with an organisation that respects individuality and creativity
  • Display a sound knowledge and understanding of EYFS
  • Share a genuine passion for Early Years
Why work for Partou?

As a large nursery group, established over 40 years ago in the Netherlands, Partou offer three unique benefits:

  • Access to a large network of nursery professionals as well as specialist teams to guide & support the day to day operation of the nursery
  • Broader career opportunities – as a growing business with a mission to build a better tomorrow through early years care, we’re ambitious and can support you in achieving your ambitions too
  • Professional development – our Learning & Development team run regular training courses that share the latest knowledge and best practice in childcare and help you progress your career

Each of these are supported by a wide range of team member perks, find out more about these on our careers page.

Partou & You

Our values

Care

We’re more than just a team; we’re a close community driven by our passion for childcare, and our commitment to each individual child’s development. We know that by working together, we’re stronger.

Compassion

In our community, compassion isn’t just a word; it’s our way of life. By embracing our differences, we make our community more diverse and vibrant. We build strong, supportive relationships with the children and each other, based on trust and understanding.

Continuous learning

We believe strongly in development, for the children in our care and for ourselves. Through continuous learning, we help our team and our children reach their full potential. Together, we make a positive impact, in our communities and across wider society.

Latest news

Laura Matthews, expert Early Years Nutritionist who develops Partou
How what your child eats can affect their sleep

What your child eats during the day is one factor that can make a real difference to their sleep. Here’s what the evidence says about the practical links between diet and sleep in young children, and what is worth trying at home.

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Red haired little boy in a blue jumper with a cheeky smile next to a blonde little girl with a blue flowery clip in her hair, a smiling brunette Partou team member and curly blonde haired girl wearing a pink top with pandas on. They are at the lunch table eating mashed potato and broccoli from green plates
Why does my child eat so well at nursery?

Many families are surprised to find their child eats more adventurously at nursery than at home. Here’s how we approach mealtimes at Partou, and what might help at home too.

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Laura Matthews, Early Years Nutritionist for Partou, sitting indoors in a bright green collared knit top, wearing round glasses and gold hoop earrings as she works on a light‑coloured laptop in a modern, softly lit setting.
Early years nutrition: What children need at every stage

The early years are a crucial window for building a healthy relationship with food, and what children eat between birth and five shapes habits that last a lifetime. At Partou, expertise and evidence sit behind every meal, so here’s what good early years nutrition looks like in practice.

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