Job description:
Marlow Montessori is a friendly and welcoming nursery committed to providing high-quality care and education to children from 2 to 5 years. We aim to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that encourages each child's development and wellbeing.
Job Purpose:
As a Montessori Nursery Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting the daily care, learning, and development of children in our nursery. You will work as part of a dedicated team to deliver a high standard of childcare in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide a safe, caring, and stimulating environment for children.
* Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities that promote development and learning.
* Observe and assess children's progress, sharing observations with the team and parents.
* Support children's personal care and hygiene needs.
* Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues and communicate effectively with parents.
* Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe nursery environment.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and nursery policies.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Early Years Education, or equivalent.
* Montessori Diploma qualification
* Experience working with children aged 2-5 in a nursery or similar setting.
* Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development principles.
* Current paediatric first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain).
* DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).
Skills and Attributes:
* Passionate about early years education and childcare.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* Patient, caring, and approachable manner.
* Reliable, responsible, and flexible.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee mentoring programme
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 4pm and Friday 9am to 12 noon
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £13.00-£14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 34 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* UK visa sponsorship
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Marlow SL7 2JQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
* A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
* Montessori teaching: 3 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 30/09/2025
Expected start date: 01/01/2026