We are looking for a motivated and energetic Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to join one our Preschool room. We are looking for someone to work Monday to Thursday (32 hours per week), but we are open a full time position (37.5 hours per week) for the right candidate. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups and those which reflect our local community. We aren't just any nursery, we're an independent charity in the heart of Easton committed to quality child-centred early education. Our children love the centre for its huge garden which inspires risky and messy play of all kinds. Attached to our excellent outdoor provision we have a studio offering woodwork, clay and other medias as well as an allotment. On Fridays, we have Forest School! We are proud of the role we play as educators in our community and are dedicated to developing quality practice and thinking about the ‘bigger picture’. All staff have opportunities to develop their own knowledge and skills in all aspects of early education through regular training (in house and externally) as well as attending 6-weekly supervisions. We want to know what inspires your passion in early years and do what we can to keep that fire burning - if there is a particular area of practice you’d be interested in taking a lead in we want to hear from you! Anti-racist practice and trauma informed approaches are at the heart of everything we do, from our curriculum and learning environment all the way through to our policies, leadership approaches and staff wellbeing commitments. You can find full details on the role, and how to apply, in this recruitment pack.  Please do get in touch with any questions or do discuss the role. You can call the office or email recruitment@eastonccc.org.uk. Working at ECCC you can benefit from…

• 7+ weeks annual leave (guaranteed 2 weeks winter break)
• Health cash plan
• Regular supervisions to support your well-being
• Free tasty meals and snacks from our in-house chef
• Anniversary pay bonus
• Employee discount
• Time off in lieu for meetings and training
• Generous company pension scheme (5% employer contribution)
• Enhanced sick & maternity pay
• Paid carers leave
• Free on-site parking
• Free uniform
• Flu jab
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Bright HR Discounts

Some things to know about ECCC:

• Our Centre was established in 1985 and moved to its current location in 1999. We are an independent charity who is able to react quickly to changes and adapt our approaches to best suit children, family and staff needs.
• Our vision is to provide ‘a sense of belonging not just fitting in’. We explore ‘mirrors’ representing ourselves and ‘windows’ into other cultures through food, stories and lively events.
• We fully embrace diversity and the different perspectives, interests and strengths that make everyone unique.
• We comprise of Bumblebees and Butterflies (6mths-2yrs), Sunshine (2-3 yrs) and Rainbow (Preschool). We have three gardens including one large outdoor space, plus a community allotment plot.

Easton Community Children’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Minimum requirements: · Approved Level 3 EY Qualification or above · At least one years’ UK Early Years experience

We are looking for an inspiring trainee to join our team and help our children thrive. This is a chance to study towards a Level 3 qualification via an apprenticeship while working in one of our rooms. The vacancy is in one of our rooms for under 3s. Trainees are expected to take responsibility for their own learning, build their portfolio in their own time and work towards agreed targets with the aim of completing the Level 3 Diploma within an agreed timescale. Trainees receive regular supervisions at the Centre plus extensive support from qualified practitioners and specialists. The salary is £23,897.22 pro rata (equivalent to £28,004.56 for full time hours). The role is 32 hours / week - Monday to Thursday.  You can see full details of this opportunity in this recruitment pack. This includes information on how to apply. For this role there is a deadline for applications of 8am on Monday 16th November. Please contact recruitment@eastonccc.org.uk with any questions. Key Requirements

• Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed - this is a chance to study towards a Level 3 qualification via an apprenticeship while working in one of our rooms. 
• Experience & Approach: Motivated, energetic, and passionate about quality, child-centred early education. Experience in a similar role would be favourable but not essential.
• Core Values: Personal and professional commitment to anti-racist practice, trauma-informed care, and embracing diversity.
• Safeguarding: Dedicated to promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
• Attributes: A caring and empathetic approach to childcare, able to follow systems and procedures, open to learning and improving, positive can-do attitude, calm and concise communication.

About Us We aren't just any nursery; we're an established independent charity in the heart of Easton. Our vision is to provide "a sense of belonging, not just fitting in." 

• Exceptional Outdoor Provision: A huge garden inspiring risky and messy play, a community allotment garden, and Forest School every Friday.
• Creative Studio: Access to our specialised studio offering woodwork, clay, and mixed media.
• Professional Empowerment: We are educators who look at the "bigger picture." We offer regular training and actively encourage you to take the lead in areas of early years practice that ignite your passion.

What We Offer to staff  Working at ECCC means joining a vibrant, culturally diverse team with management that prioritises your well-being.

• Time Off: 7+ weeks annual leave, paid sick leave, enhanced maternity leave, and Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) for meetings/training.
• Financial & Health: generous pension scheme (5% employer contribution), health cash plan, annual pay reviews, and an employee childcare discount. Real Living Wage Employer.
• Wellbeing & Support: Regular 6-weekly supervisions and plentiful opportunities for training and career progression, access to Medicash (app for claiming free/discounted health and wellbeing services) and employee assist programme which gives free access to talking therapies.
• Everyday Perks: Free tasty meals and snacks from our in-house chef, free uniform, and on-site parking (subject to availability).

We welcome applications from underrepresented groups in Early Years and those who reflect the diversity of our community. Easton Community Children’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. You can see full details of this opportunity in this recruitment pack. This includes information on how to apply - don't forget to apply before the deadline! Please contact recruitment@eastonccc.org.uk with any questions.