Early Years Teacher - Merton

UCM Education; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 weeks holiday entitlement

Job summary

We are recruiting for an Early Years Teacher to join a well-established Montessori school in Wimbledon, London Borough of Merton. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Level 3 Early Years professional who is passionate about Montessori education and creating engaging learning experiences that encourage children's independence, confidence, and curiosity.

Montessori training would be highly desirable, although candidates with strong Early Years experience and a genuine interest in the

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification and EYFS knowledge.
• Montessori training or demonstrable Montessori experience desirable.
• Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality Early Years education within an authentic Montessori environment.
• Plan and deliver engaging learning experiences supporting individual development.
• Encourage independence, curiosity, confidence and a love of learning.
• Support children's progress through observations and assessments.
• Create a calm, purposeful and stimulating classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Promote safeguarding, health and safety, and high standards of care.
• Collaborate with the wider team to ensure smooth setting operation.
• Contribute to a positive and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

We are recruiting for an Early Years Teacher to join a well-established Montessori school in Wimbledon, London Borough of Merton.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Level 3 Early Years professional who is passionate about Montessori education and creating engaging learning experiences that encourage children's independence, confidence, and curiosity. Montessori training would be highly desirable, although candidates with strong Early Years experience and a genuine interest in the approach are encouraged to apply.

You will be:

• Providing high-quality Early Years education within an authentic Montessori environment
• Planning and delivering engaging learning experiences that support children's individual development
• Encouraging independence, curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning
• Supporting children's progress through observations and assessments
• Creating a calm, purposeful, and stimulating classroom environment
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Promoting safeguarding, health and safety, and maintaining high standards of care
• Working collaboratively with the wider team to support the smooth running of the setting
• Contributing to a positive and nurturing learning environment

The successful candidate will have a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification and previous experience working with young children. Montessori training or experience is highly desirable, alongside a strong understanding of child development, EYFS, and child-centred practice. Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills are essential.

The school follows an authentic Montessori approach and offers 7 weeks of holiday entitlement per year, alongside the opportunity to work within a supportive environment dedicated to nurturing children's independence and love of learning.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.