1:1 SEN Early Years Support Educator

eTeach UK Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

28 days holiday (incl bank holidays)

Birthday off

Annual Wellbeing Day

Employer pension

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

Raised In is seeking a compassionate 1:1 SEN Support Educator to help a 3-year-old access play, routines and learning in our Bristol Easton nursery. You will use clear language, visuals and patient support to foster engagement and independence.

This role is Thursday and Friday, 10:30am–6:00pm, 15 hours weekly. You’ll collaborate with the nursery team, SENCo and families to tailor approaches and celebrate progress while promoting inclusion.

Qualifications

• Patience, nurturing and observant approach to support SEND children.
• Ability to communicate clearly with children using visuals and simple language.
• Inclusive practice and building positive relationships with families and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support the child to access nursery routines, play opportunities and learning with growing confidence and independence.
• Respond to verbal and non-verbal communication, using visual supports and consistent approaches.
• Follow the child's interests to encourage engagement and learning within a 1:1 SEN support role.

Skills

Patience

Observant

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Early Years qualification (Level 2/3)

Job description

Location: Raised in Bristol at Easton Community Centre (BS5)

Salary: £13.45–£13.96 per hour (dependant on qualifications)

Contract: Part time, 15 hours per week

Working Pattern: Thursday & Friday, 10:30am to 6:00pm Love play, connection and making a meaningful difference every day? Come join a team that celebrates childhood, backs your creativity and gives you the space to support every child to thrive in their own way.At Raised In, we believe in the power of education to shape the future, and we're looking for a compassionate and attentive Early Years professional to join our team in a 1:1 SEN support role. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide consistent, nurturing support that helps a child access play, learning and daily routines with confidence and independence.The nursery is located in the vibrant community of Easton, just a 5-minute walk from Stapleton Road and Lawrence Hill Roundabout, both have regular bus links across Bristol, also only a 10-minute walk from Stapleton Road train station and is easily accessible from across the city by bike. There is also free on-street parking in the local area.Our approach centres on child-led learning through play, with a thoughtfully designed curriculum that nurtures curiosity and supports each child's unique interests. In this role, you'll play a key part in helping the child you support engage with nursery life in a way that is responsive, inclusive and tailored to their individual needs.

About the role

As a 1:1 SEN Support Educator, you will provide dedicated support for a 3-year-old child with: Primary needs: Communication & InteractionEmerging communication skills and developing engagement with nursery routinesA limited spoken language profileStrong interests in music, movement, sensory exploration and cause-and-effect playThe child you will support is a fun-loving and engaging learner who enjoys songs, dancing and anticipation games such as Hop Little Bunnies and Round and Round the Garden. She loves exploring how things work, particularly mechanical toys and objects that fit together and interact with one another. She is currently fascinated by the colour pink and may strongly prefer toys and materials of that colour. She often explores resources by mouthing them and benefits from support to find safe sensory alternatives. You will:Support the child to access nursery routines, play opportunities and learning experiences with growing confidence and independenceRespond sensitively to verbal and non-verbal communication, developing an understanding of the child's individual ways of expressing needs and choicesUse clear, concise language, visual supports and consistent approaches to promote communication and understandingFollow the child's interests to encourage engagement, interaction and learningSupport safe sensory exploration by redirecting to appropriate resources where neededProvide patient and nurturing support during mealtimes, helping the child engage with nursery meal routinesBuild a trusting relationship that provides reassurance while promoting independenceSupport emotional regulation and wellbeing, remaining calm and consistent during moments of distressWork closely with the nursery team, SENCo and family to provide consistent support and celebrate progressRespond sensitively to verbal and non-verbal communication, developing an understanding of the child's individual ways of expressing needs and choices Support the child's developing communication skills, helping to reduce frustration and ensure she feels understood and heard

What about you?

You're the kind of person who...Is patient, observant and able to recognise and respond to verbal and non-verbal communicationEnjoys building meaningful relationships with children and adapting support to their individual needsFeels confident supporting children with emerging communication skills and limited spoken languageTakes a child-led approach and can use children's interests to support learning and engagementIs confident supporting mealtimes and encouraging positive participation in daily routinesCan safely support sensory exploration and identify appropriate alternatives where neededRemains calm, nurturing and responsive when supporting emotional regulationValues inclusion and believes every child deserves access to play, learning and meaningful relationships

You’ll have (in line with Raised in Behaviours)

The ability to contribute to creating a welcoming, inclusive, collaborative and supportive environmentChildren’s needs at the forefront of everything that you do A positive mindset, approaching tasks with a can-do-attitude A strong work ethic, setting a good example for others and supporting your team The want to make a difference, working in partnership positively with your team The want to be part of trying or suggesting new initiatives and ways of doing thingsHigh standards for yourself, team and the nurseryA reflective mindset, open to feedback and ongoing self-improvement

Who we are

Raised In is a social enterprise and we’re all about people, purpose and proper community spirit. We’re an ethical employer that puts our team first, because when our people thrive, our children and communities do too. We offer great pay, brilliant benefits and a workplace where you can learn, grow and genuinely enjoy what you do.We started in Bristol with a simple idea: to provide high-quality early years education whilst supporting community spaces. Today, our nurseries help keep local hubs buzzing while giving children the kind of play-led, curiosity filled start every child deserves.

Why work with us?

We really value our expert team. As well as offering competitive pay for all roles in a friendly and supportive team, you’ll receive lots of great benefits:Competitive pay (We’re a Real Living Wage Employer)Annual pay reviewsPaid one hour lunch break50% off for your child in our nurseriesEnhanced maternity & paternity payEnhanced sick payEmployer pension‘Refer a friend’ bonus for introducing new team members to us28 days holiday (inc bank holidays, FTE)Your Birthday off and an Annual Wellbeing Day (in addition to your annual leave) Plus, extra days off between Christmas and New YearAdditional annual leave for long service24/7 access to a remote GP, physio and counselling services for you and your familyCareer progression and training opportunitiesFind out more about working with us visit the careers page on our website.

Applicant requirements

To apply for this role you'll need:Experience supporting children or young people with SEND in a professional setting Experience working in a 1:1 support role or similar position Experience supporting children with communication and interaction needs, including children with limited or emerging spoken language A good understanding of inclusive practice and child-centred support Confidence in building positive relationships with children, families and professionals A patient, nurturing and adaptable approachDesirable:A full and relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or Level 3) Experience supporting communication and interaction needs, including autism Experience using visual supports, intensive interaction, co-regulation or sensory-informed approaches Experience supporting children with sensory-seeking behaviours and selective eating Confidence in following a child's lead and adapting support to their interests and communication styleThis role is linked to specific SEN support funding and may be subject to review.As a part of our safer recruitment policy and commitment to safeguarding, we will require you to complete our application form directly on our website during the process. It’s super easy to use and mobile-friendly.Raised In is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects everyone working with us to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.