Childcare Practitioner / Montessori Teacher – Enfield

UCM Education; Enfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

UCM Education is seeking a passionate Childcare Practitioner / Montessori Teacher to join a well-established Montessori nursery in Enfield. The role focuses on delivering EYFS and Montessori practice, creating engaging activities, and building relationships with children and families.

The successful candidate will have Early Years experience, ideally Level 3 Childcare qualification, with Montessori experience, strong communication and teamwork skills, and a commitment to safeguarding and

Qualifications

• The candidate should have Early Years experience and ideally a Level 3 Childcare qualification, with Montessori setting experience.
• A strong understanding of EYFS, Montessori practice, safeguarding and child development is essential, with good communication and teamwork.
• We offer opportunities for ongoing training, professional development and career progression.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and education in line with EYFS and Montessori principles.
• Plan and support engaging activities promoting learning, independence and development.
• Create a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment for children.
• Support children's individual interests, needs, and developmental stages.
• Act as a positive role model and build relationships with children and families.
• Complete observations and assessments to track progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality practice.
• Promote safeguarding, health and safety, and high standards of care.
• Contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Montessori

Observation & assessment

Relationship building

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Childcare Practitioner / Montessori Teacher to join a well-established Montessori nursery in Enfield.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional who is confident delivering both EYFS and Montessori practice. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating engaging learning experiences, developing strong relationships with children and families, and contributing to a nurturing and stimulating nursery environment.

You will be:

• Delivering high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework and Montessori principles
• Planning and supporting engaging activities that promote children's learning, independence, and development
• Creating a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment for children
• Supporting children's individual interests, needs, and developmental stages
• Acting as a positive role model and building strong relationships with children and families
• Completing observations and assessments to track children's progress
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to provide consistent and high-quality practice
• Promoting safeguarding, health and safety, and maintaining a high standard of care
• Contributing to the effective day-to-day running of the nursery

The successful candidate will have relevant Early Years experience, ideally holding a Level 3 Childcare qualification, with experience working within a Montessori setting. A good understanding of EYFS, Montessori practice, safeguarding, and child development is essential, alongside strong communication and teamwork skills.

The nursery provides a supportive and collaborative working environment, with opportunities for ongoing training, professional development, and career progression.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.