Join the team at Raised in Bristol – where early years education meets community impact. We’re a not-for-personal-profit social enterprise with a clear mission: to provide the very best early years education while investing in the communities we serve. At Raised In 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. 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. We’re building something special and we’d love you to be part of it. This nursery offers a more relaxed feel than larger settings, with just 62 places. It’s housed in a beautiful timber-framed building overlooking the much-loved Felix Road Adventure Playground. The nursery has a warm, homely atmosphere, and all rooms enjoy free-flow access to the garden space, perfect for outdoor play and exploration. We’re just a 5-minute walk from Stapleton Road and Lawrence Hill Roundabout, with regular bus links across Bristol, and only 10 minutes from Stapleton Road train station. The nursery is easily accessible by bike, and there’s free on-street parking nearby. 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? You’re the kind of person who lights up around children and believes in the power of play to spark learning. You bring energy, curiosity and a can-do attitude to your work, and you’re always up for trying new things. You care deeply about inclusion, teamwork and making a difference, not just in the nursery, but in the wider community too. You’re reflective, open to feedback, and keen to grow. If you’re 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. If you’re a qualified 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! 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 To apply for this role you’ll need a full and relevant Early Years qualification, such as: 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.
What are you waiting for? Apply today! Closing date: 14/11/25
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. At Raised In, we welcome people from all backgrounds, identities and experiences, and we’re especially keen to hear from those underrepresented in early years and social enterprise. If you share our values and want to help shape inclusive spaces where children can thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Read our full equal opportunities statement 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. 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 visit the careers page on our website.