1:1 SEN Early Years Support Educator


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Salary:	£13.45 – 13.96 per hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Bristol, BS5 6AW
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	9 Oct 2026
Closing date:	8 Nov 2026

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Summary

Location: Raised in Bristol at Easton Community Centre (BS5)

Salary: £13.45–£13.96 per hour (dependant on qualifications)

Contract: Part time, 15 hours per week

Working Pattern: Thursday & Friday, 10:30am to 6:00pm Love play, connection and making a meaningful difference every day? Come join a team that celebrates childhood, backs your creativity and gives you the space to support every child to thrive in their own way.At Raised In, we believe in the power of education to shape the future, and we're looking for a compassionate and attentive Early Years professional to join our team in a 1:1 SEN support role. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide consistent, nurturing support that helps a child access play, learning and daily routines with confidence and independence.The nursery is located in the vibrant community of Easton, just a 5-minute walk from Stapleton Road and Lawrence Hill Roundabout, both have regular bus links across Bristol, also only a 10-minute walk from Stapleton Road train station and is easily accessible from across the city by bike. There is also free on-street parking in the local area.Our approach centres on child-led learning through play, with a thoughtfully designed curriculum that nurtures curiosity and supports each child's unique interests. In this role, you'll play a key part in helping the child you support engage with nursery life in a way that is responsive, inclusive and tailored to their individual needs.About the roleAs a 1:1 SEN Support Educator, you will provide dedicated support for a 4-year-old child with:Primary needs: Communication & InteractionEmerging independence skills and developing engagement with nursery routinesA current non-speaking communication profileStrong interests in sensory, exploratory and self-directed playThe child you will support is a curious and self-led learner who enjoys sensory experiences such as water play, sand and flour, as well as activities involving movement, splashing and spinning. He loves being outdoors, particularly running in open spaces and observing trees, and has a growing interest in shapes, letters and numbers, especially stars.You will:Support the child to access nursery routines, play opportunities and learning experiences with growing confidence and independence

Respond sensitively to non-verbal communication and develop an understanding of the child's individual ways of expressing needs and choices

Use clear, concise language and visual supports to promote understanding

Follow the child's interests to encourage engagement, attention and interaction

Build a trusting relationship that provides reassurance while promoting independence

Support emotional regulation and wellbeing, remaining calm and consistent during moments of distress

Encourage participation in group experiences and daily routines while respecting the child's pace and preferences

Work closely with the nursery team, SENCo and family to provide consistent support and celebrate progressWhat about you?You're the kind of person who...Is patient, observant and able to recognise and respond to non-verbal communicationEnjoys building meaningful relationships with children and adapting support to their individual needsFeels confident using visual supports and clear, simple communication strategiesTakes a child-led approach and can follow children's interests to support learning and engagementCan balance supervision with promoting independenceRemains calm, nurturing and responsive when supporting emotional regulationValues inclusion and believes every child deserves access to play, learning and meaningful relationshipsYou’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 thingsHigh standards for yourself, team and the nurseryA reflective mindset, open to feedback and ongoing self-improvementWho we areRaised 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. We offer great pay, brilliant benefits and a workplace where you can learn, grow and genuinely enjoy what you do.We started in Bristol with a simple idea: to provide high-quality early years education whilst supporting community spaces. Today, our nurseries help keep local hubs buzzing while giving children the kind of play-led, curiosity filled start every child deserves.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 (We’re a Real Living Wage Employer)Annual pay reviewsPaid one hour lunch break50% off for your child in our nurseriesEnhanced maternity & paternity payEnhanced sick payEmployer pension‘Refer a friend’ bonus for introducing new team members to us28 days holiday (inc bank holidays, FTE)Your Birthday off and an Annual Wellbeing Day (in addition to your annual leave) Plus, extra days off between Christmas and New YearAdditional annual leave for long service24/7 access to a remote GP, physio and counselling services for you and your familyCareer progression and training opportunitiesFind out more about working with us visit the careers page on our website.Applicant requirementsTo apply for this role you'll need:Experience supporting children or young people with SEND in a professional settingExperience working in a 1:1 support role or similar positionExperience supporting children with little or no spoken language and recognising non-verbal communicationA good understanding of inclusive practice and child-centred supportConfidence in building positive relationships with children, families and professionalsA patient, nurturing and adaptable approachDesirable:A full and relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or Level 3) Experience supporting communication and interaction needs, including autism Experience using visual supports, intensive interaction, co-regulation or sensory-informed approaches Confidence in following a child's lead and adapting support to their interests and communication styleThis role is linked to specific SEN support funding and may be subject to review.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.

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