Montessori Nursery Assistant — 12-Month Contract

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd is seeking a Nursery Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover at a Montessori nursery in Oxford. You will join a caring Montessori team to support children’s care, learning and development on a day-to-day basis.

The role involves helping maintain a calm, nurturing environment and assisting with Montessori activities and routines, working with the Guides and team to ensure smooth daily operations. Montessori experience is advantageous but not essential.

Qualifications

• Montessori qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Previous Early Years or nursery experience would be beneficial.
• A clean driving licence would be useful.

Responsibilities

• Support children's care, learning and development throughout the day.
• Help create a calm, purposeful and nurturing environment.
• Support Montessori practical life activities and everyday routines.
• Work closely with the room's Guides and wider Montessori team.
• Help maintain a well-organised and engaging learning environment.
• Observe and respond appropriately to children's individual needs and interests.
• Take responsibility for tasks and contribute to the smooth running of the room.
• Maintain a warm, professional and child-centred approach at all times.

Skills

Montessori qualification

Nursery experience

Driving licence

Job description

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd is seeking a Nursery Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover at a Montessori nursery in Oxford. You will join a caring Montessori team to support children’s care, learning and development on a day-to-day basis.

The role involves helping maintain a calm, nurturing environment and assisting with Montessori activities and routines, working with the Guides and team to ensure smooth daily operations. Montessori experience is advantageous but not essential.