What is an Early Years Practitioner?
Interested in becoming an Early Years Practitioner at Partou?
Find out what the role involves, how to qualify, career path opportunities and more in this blog!
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Partou and You
Become a Partou team member 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, as they lead us into a better future.
The Partou way
Benefits of working at Partou
Partou Academy
From onboarding to personal and professional development, the recently launched Partou Academy provides continuous learning opportunities to all of our team members.
Holidays & birthday’s off
We’re increasing annual leave to support the wellbeing of team members. Celebrate your birthday however you wish, with an additional day off on top of your allowance.
Buddy bonus
Embrace your connections! Introduce a friend to Partou, and you’ll both be rewarded with a cash bonus once they have passed their probation.
E.P.I.C
EPIC stands for ‘Every Person Is Cared For, Celebrated, Communicated and Connected’. It’s our team member site which gives you fingertip access to high street discounts, latest Partou news and teammate recognition.
Employee Assistance Programme
With free, unlimited access to our Employee Assistance Programme, you can benefit from expert support on financial queries, family matters, legal advice, health concerns and more.
Nursery discounts
We’d love for your children to be part of Partou too! That’s why we offer a generous 60% nursery discount to team members, providing peace of mind when it comes to their own childcare needs.
A collaborative, shared experience
“I love the collaborative, shared experience that’s embedded throughout Partou. I can learn from my colleagues and they can learn from me.”
Sophie – Deputy Manager
Happy children equals happy teams
“Every day I jump out of bed, excited to start my working day. Providing children with happy times makes the nursery team happy too!”
Laura – Regional Business Manager
Everyday is worthwhile
“The most special part about my job is the development you see in children. It makes everyday worthwhile.”
Abbie – Apprentice
A rewarding and fulfilling journey
“It’s a rewarding and fulfilling journey working with families that are grateful for your help as the children embark on their next steps.”
Harry – Apprentice
Early careers
At Partou, we support and develop over 300 apprentices with team members joining us at Level 2 or 3 and developing up to Level 7 as part of our continuous learning opportunities.
About Partou
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 for both children and team members.
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Latest news
Partou are proud to partner with UNICEF to support children worldwide
We are delighted to announce we are now an official partner of UNICEF, building on years of supporting UNICEF initiatives.
Learn more about this exciting partnership.
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