Early Years Educator

eTeach UK Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Living Wage

Annual pay reviews

Lunch break paid

Child discount

Parental pay

Sick pay

Pension

Refer a friend

Holiday allowance

Birthday + wellbeing day

Extra days off

Long service leave

24/7 remote GP

Career progression

Job summary

Raised In is seeking qualified early years professionals for our St Pauls nursery in Bristol. This full-time role offers £29,042 per annum, 40 hours per week, and a supportive team focused on child-led learning and a welcoming environment for children and families.

We value creativity, inclusion, teamwork and ongoing development, with real living wage pay, generous leave and a range of benefits designed to support you and your family as you help children grow with play-driven learning.

Qualifications

• NNEB NVQ Level 3+ Diploma (Childcare & Education) or equivalent.
• BTEC (Childcare) required.
• QTS/Foundation Degree or BA Hons in Early Years Education or Child Development necessary.

Education

NNEB NVQ Level 3+ Diploma (Childcare & Education)

BTEC (Childcare)

QTS/Foundation Degree or BA Hons in Early Years Education or Child Development

Job description

Location: Raised in Bristol at Docklands Community Centre (BS2)

Salary: £29,042 per annum

Contract: Full time 40 hours per week

Love play, mess, giggles and those “I did it!” moments? Come join a team that celebrates childhood, backs your creativity and gives you the space to make every day magical. At Raised In, we believe in the power of education to shape the future, and we’re looking for enthusiastic qualified early years professionals to join our team and make an impact. Whether you’re seeking career growth, a fulfilling role, or simply a supportive work environment, Raised In offers it all – and more! Our St Pauls nursery is a hidden gem; small and relaxed, with just 56 places across three light-filled rooms. It has a homely feel, a wide veranda, and a private garden that gives children space to explore and grow. Located just a 5-minute walk from Cabot Circus and Stokes Croft, and only 10 minutes from Montpelier station, it’s easy to reach by bike or public transport. Due to limited parking, we’re especially keen to hear from candidates who live locally or can commute sustainably. Our approach centres on child-led learning through play, with a thoughtfully designed curriculum that nurtures curiosity and supports each child’s unique interests. From the baby room through to preschool, we focus on every stage of development—helping children grow in confidence and preparing them for their exciting next steps towards school.

What about you?

You’re the kind of person who… Lights up around children and believes in the power of play to spark learning. Brings energy, curiosity and a can-do attitude to your work, and you’re always up for trying new things. Cares deeply about inclusion, teamwork and making a difference, not just in the nursery, but in the wider community too. Are reflective, open to feedback, and keen to grow. Is passionate about giving children the best start in life and want to be part of a team that’s rethinking how Early Years education is done, we’d love to hear from you.

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

• The ability to contribute to creating a welcoming, inclusive, collaborative and supportive environment
• Children’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 things
• High standards for yourself, team and the nursery
• A 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 reviews
• Paid one hour lunch break
• 50% off for your child in our nurseries
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• Employer pension
• ‘Refer a friend’ bonus for introducing new team members to us
• 28 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 Year
• Additional annual leave for long service
• 24/7 access to a remote GP, physio and counselling services for you and your family
• Career progression and training opportunities

Applicant requirements

• NNEB NVQ Level 3+ Diploma (Childcare & Education)
• BTEC (Childcare)
• QTS/Foundation Degree or BA Hons in Early Years Education or Child Development

Please note: The Level 3 Award in Early Years Education does not meet the DfE’s criteria for a “full and relevant” Level 3 qualification for staffing ratios in early years settings.

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.