Filton Avenue Nursery School is a vibrant, inclusive maintained nursery school with a strong commitment to high quality, child centred early education. Guided by our core values of Joy, Curiosity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we are proud of our nurturing ethos, our strong community relationships, and our belief that learning should be joyful, meaningful, and rooted in high quality early years practice. As Bristol’s first Nursery School of Sanctuary, we are deeply committed to creating a warm, safe, inclusive environment where every child and family feels welcomed and valued.

The Role

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Early Years Teacher to join our team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers who are ready to begin their teaching journey in a supportive and inspiring nursery school environment.

You will:

• Plan and lead engaging learning experiences informed by play, exploration, and excellent child development knowledge
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families
• Work collaboratively within a skilled team who value creativity, reflective practice, and shared learning
• Contribute your ideas and energy to a setting where every practitioner’s voice is valued
• Help to create an inclusive environment where every child feels secure, capable, and inspired

Why This Is a Great Opportunity for ECTs

We welcome applications from Early Career Teachers and offer:

• A dedicated mentor and a supportive induction tailored to early years
• Weekly release time for ECT tasks, reflection, and professional growth
• Opportunities to observe expert practitioners within our experienced nursery school team
• A school culture where asking questions, trying new ideas, and learning together are encouraged
• Access to high quality CPD focused on the EYFS, play based pedagogy, and child development
• A genuinely warm, collaborative team who value the fresh perspectives ECTs bring

What We Offer

• A welcoming, nurturing school with a strong child centred ethos
• A well resourced indoor and outdoor environment designed to inspire curiosity
• Supportive colleagues who will help you grow and thrive as a teacher
• A commitment to professional development at every stage of your career
• The opportunity to make a real difference to children during their most important years

Person Specification

Essential:

• QTS or EYTS (or working towards completion before September)
• Understanding of early childhood development and the EYFS curriculum
• A reflective, caring, and enthusiastic approach
• Commitment to inclusive, high quality early education
• Strong safeguarding practice