Preschool Room Leader

Preschool Room Leader
Location: Raised in Bristol at Docklands Community Centre (BS2)
Salary: £30,378 per annum
Full Time (40hrs with 1 hour paid lunch break)

Think you've got the spark to inspire little learners and lead an amazing team?

We're searching for a Room Leader who brings heart, humour and heaps of positive energy to every day.

If that sounds like you Keep reading. At Raised In, we believe in the power of education to shape the future, we're looking for an experienced educator to lead our Preschool Room at Raised in Bristol at Docklands Centre in St Pauls.

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.

Responsibilities

• Light up around children, champion play led learning, and create rich, curiosity filled experiences that spark development.
• Bring energy, positivity, and a can do attitude, inspiring others through coaching and everyday example.
• Thrive on responsibility: confident leading a team and supporting room practice.
• Cares deeply about inclusion, safeguarding, and creates a warm, welcoming environment where every child and educator can grow.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues, communicating clearly and compassionately.
• Is reflective, open to feedback, and always looking for ways to learn, improve and try new ideas that strengthen practice.
• Holds high standards for yourself and your team, ensuring that what happens in the room truly delivers the best start in life for every child.
• Committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve.
• Especially keen to hear from those under represented in early years and social enterprise.

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.

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:

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
• 28 days holiday (inc. bank holidays, FTE)
• Birthday off and an Annual Wellbeing Day (in addition to annual leave)
• 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

This would be a great opportunity if you already have Room Lead experience or are an experienced Educator looking to progress their early years career into team leadership.

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.

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.

You'll also need: The right to work in the UK; the ability to commute reliably to our nursery (we're especially keen to hear from candidates who live locally or can travel sustainably). If you hold an Early Years qualification awarded outside the UK, you'll need to apply for an Early Years Statement from the Ecctis Early Years Service before we can process your application.

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