Nursery Practitioner - Montessori

Education Matters Group; Chorleywood; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Professional development

First Aid training

Job summary

Education Matters Group is seeking a Nursery Practitioner for a Montessori setting in Chorleywood. You will work with children aged 0–5 in a nurturing environment, supporting exploration and development through child-led, nature-based experiences.

The role involves outdoor activities, following EYFS, full and half-day shifts, and 30–40 hours per week. The setting operates 50 weeks a year with 8am-6pm hours and start ASAP.

Qualifications

• Experience with babies and/or children under 5.
• Good understanding of EYFS.
• Genuine passion for Montessori and outdoor learning.
• Caring, creative and enthusiastic approach.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• DBS check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 0–5 years in a Montessori-inspired environment.
• Facilitate child-led, nature-based activities and outdoor learning.
• Support children's development and wellbeing under EYFS guidance.
• Join a friendly team and contribute to a nurturing setting.
• Follow safeguarding protocols and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Montessori approach

Childcare experience

DBS check

Team player

Excellent communication

Education

Level 2/3 childcare qualification

Job description

Nursery Practitioner – Montessori Setting

Chorleywood, WD3

£12.21–£14.00 per hour, depending on experience

30–40 hours per week

Start: ASAP

Are you a passionate and caring Nursery Practitioner looking for a rewarding opportunity in a beautiful Montessori setting? Due to the expansion of the school, we are looking for enthusiastic, nurturing and dedicated Nursery Practitioners to join a friendly team supporting children aged 0–5 years. You’ll be working within a nurturing Montessori environment, supporting children as they explore, learn and grow through child‑led, nature‑based experiences.

The Role

• Supporting children aged 0–5 years
• Working within a Montessori‑inspired, child‑led environment
• Supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing
• Taking part in outdoor and nature‑based activities
• Working as part of a supportive and dedicated team
• Following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Full and half‑day shifts available

Hours: The setting is open 50 weeks of the year, Monday–Friday, 8am–6pm.

• 30–40 hours per week
• Full‑day shifts: 8am–6pm
• Half‑day shifts: 8am–1pm or 1pm–6pm
• Shift patterns can be discussed at interview
• Closed for one week at Christmas and one week at Easter
• Additional annual leave provided

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with babies and/or children under 5
• A good understanding of the EYFS
• A genuine passion for Montessori education and outdoor, nature‑based learning
• Caring, creative and enthusiastic approach
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Relevant childcare qualification Level 2 or Level 3 preferred, but not essential
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

What’s On Offer

• £12.21–£14.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Additional annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Free on‑site parking
• Company events
• Professional development opportunities
• Safeguarding and First Aid training
• Beautiful, nature‑rich working environment within a local nature reserve

IMPORTANT – LOCATION REQUIREMENT

Due to the setting’s location, you must have access to your own car and be able to travel to the nursery reliably.

This role is best suited to candidates who live locally or within a reasonable commuting distance of Chorleywood.