Early Years Educator

Early Years Educator
Location: Raised in Bristol at the Greenway Centre (BS10)
Salary: £27,206.40 per annum (£13.08 per hour)
Contract: Full time 40 hours per week

Join the team at Raised in Bristol, a not-for-profit social enterprise providing the very best early years education whilst brightening the local landscape by investing in our community.

We’re a passionate bunch at Raised In! We love what we do, and we’re committed to helping the youngest children reach their full potential in friendly, nurturing and engaging home-from-home environments. And we want you to join us!

This nursery has just 62 places for children so it has a more relaxed feel than larger settings. The old school building has been newly refurbished and has been designed to inspire young minds. We’ve focused on creating a light, welcoming and enticing environment. At Raised in Bristol we offer play-led learning in a space that prioritises a nurturing environment with a focus on nature and nutrition as children take their first steps towards school.

Located at the Greenway Centre in Southmeaad this nursery is a short drive from Southmead Hospital and the local areas of Filton, Patchway, Westbury-on-Trym, Henleaze and Horfield. There is free parking on site in the community centre car park but the area is also served by local bus routes running from the city centre and all across Bristol.

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

● Annual pay reviews

● Paid lunch 1 hour break

● 50% off for your child in our nurseries

● Enhanced maternity 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 3 extra days off between Christmas and New Year

● 24/7 access to a remote GP for you and your family

● Career progression and training opportunities

What about you?

If you’re a qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner, Educator, or Teacher in Bristol looking for an exciting new role that makes a real difference, Raised In could be your perfect next step!

To apply for this role, you will need to have a relevant qualification in early years – NNEB, NVQ Level 3+ (Childcare & Education), BTEC (Childcare) or equivalent, or higher qualification such as QTS, Foundation Degree or BA Hons in early years education or child development.

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

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

Closing date: Friday 18th july 2025

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.

To find out more about working with us more visit our careers page on our website.

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.