Job overview

Do you have a passion for childcare?

• Are you imaginative, nurturing, and committed to giving every child the best start in life?
• Do you thrive in a playful, inclusive environment where no two days are the same?
• Do you believe in the power of play to shape a child’s future?

Then Saplings Day Nursery is the place for you!

We are currently looking to recruit Qualified Early Years Educators.

What we are looking for:

• A full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years (e.g. NVQ Level 3, NNEB, CACHE).
  Please note: Level 3 Health & Social Care is not an equivalent qualification.
• Experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
• A solid understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding requirements.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive, caring attitude and a commitment to high-quality childcare.
• Your commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children – all staff are expected to share this commitment

As an Early Years Educator, you will help to:

• Deliver the EYFS framework through engaging, child-led play.
• Support the development of key children through observation, assessment, and planning.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with parents and carers.
• Ensure safeguarding and inclusive practice are consistently upheld.
• Work as part of a friendly, professional team in a well-resourced, stimulating setting.

Main duties of the job

Your main duties will be to:

• Provide high-quality, stimulating childcare for children aged 3 Months–5 years.
• Create a safe, caring, and happy environment that supports each child’s development.
• Take an active role in settling new children and maintaining up-to-date learning records.
• Plan and evaluate imaginative activities that promote curiosity and confidence.
• Communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
• Complete written assessments and contribute to nursery documentation

What we offer in return:

• Salary Band 3 (Top) £27,476.
• 27 days paid holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Free uniform.
• Ongoing training and development, with opportunities for career progression.
• Automatic enrolment in the NHS Pension Scheme, offering strong retirement benefits.
• Access to Holistic Health & Wellbeing Support

Important Information
•    All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.
•    Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Working for our organisation

A Little Bit About Us.

Established for over 20 years, Saplings Nursery is an Ofsted “GOOD” registered day nursery located within the grounds of Southmead Hospital. Saplings Nursery moved to our current location, Somerset House in July 2018.

Our Nursery provides care for up to 94 children each day, for families who work for the Trust, aged from 6 weeks to 5 years. Our dedicated and experienced team at Saplings is committed to providing a warm, safe and stimulating environment for children to learn, explore, develop and grow, whilst being the best version of themselves. 

About North Bristol NHS Trust

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.