Qualified Montessori Lead - £500 welcome perk

The Old Station Nursery Group; England; Híbrido; GBP 29.000 - 35.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

£500 Welcome Bonus

Free childcare month + 52% discount

Holiday + birthday off

National College training

Volunteer day

Perkbox discounts

Blue Light Card

Employee recognition

Resumo da vaga

The Old Station Nursery Iver is seeking a qualified Montessori Lead to guide early years learning with a focus on play-based, developmentally appropriate practice. You will foster a warm, inclusive environment, partner with families, and support safeguarding and learning journeys.

This role offers 40 hours per week, with a salary up to £31,845 per year, and access to extensive training and employee benefits. Experience with Montessori pedagogy is essential.

Qualificações

• Qualified Montessori Lead with Level 4 Montessori Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and how children learn through play.
• Ability to plan engaging learning that responds to individual needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Responsabilidades

• Create a warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe and valued.
• Plan and deliver purposeful, play-based learning aligned with EYFS.
• Observe and track children's progress to inform next steps.
• Adapt activities so every child can participate and learn at their own pace.
• Build partnerships with families and share observations of the child's Learning.
• Support daily routines and uphold high safeguarding, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Share knowledge with colleagues, apprentices, and volunteers.
• Reflect on teaching and collaborate to improve children's experiences.

Conhecimentos

Montessori education

EYFS knowledge

Play-based learning

Child safeguarding

Family communication

Formação

Level 4 Montessori Diploma

Descrição da vaga

Join Our Team as a Qualified Montesorri Lead

Nurture curious minds and a lifelong love of learning

At The Old Station Nursery, we believe everyone is still growing -little humans and big humans alike. As a Qualified Montessori Lead at Iver, you’ll bring your knowledge, creativity, and care to a nursery community where every child’s individuality matters.

You’ll have space to share ideas, learn alongside colleagues, and create experiences that help children become confident, curious learners.

Why Join Our Team?

We take care of the people who care for our children and families. Here’s what that means for you:

• £500 Welcome Bonus

• Childcare support: Free childcare for your first month, followed by a 52% discount based on your working hours.

• Time to recharge: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus your birthday off and an extra day after 3 years of service.

• Space to grow: Access to The National College, with a library of courses and training to develop your practice and leadership.

• Connection to your community: One paid day each year to volunteer and support a cause that matters to you.

• Everyday support: With access to Perkbox, enjoy discounts on shopping, meals out, and everyday essentials, alongside wellbeing tools and online medical services. You’ll also be eligible for a Blue Light Card, helping your money go further with even more discounts.

• Recognition along the way: We celebrate the care and commitment you bring, with Employee of the Month recognition, long-service awards to mark your milestones, and referral bonuses for introducing friends or family to our team.

Pay: Up to£31,845 per Annum.based on experience (40 hours per week)
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday.

Location

The Old Station Nursery Iver
62 High Street
Iver
Buckinghamshire
SL0 9NG

Where You'll Be Working

The Old Station Nursery Iver, conveniently located on Iver High Street, has been a part of the local community for over 20 years. Iver is a lovely two-storey nursery is set within a converted church building, with a well-resourced outdoor area, encouraging an active lifestyle and outdoor play. At The Old Station Nursery Iver, we offer excellent nursery care with the addition of three distinct learning enhancements for our children; these are child-friendly cooking classes and language lessons, both delivered in a Montessori inspired way that fosters strong connections between children and the world around them. The nursery is easily accessible with plenty of parking available off street. The staff wellbeing is most paramount and all staff are supported well in stepping up to their next roles with tailored training in place to reach best potential in their professional journey .We celebrate the team spirit and are so very proud of our wonderful team.

What You'll Be Doing

You’ll use your teaching knowledge to bring learning to life through play, building on what children notice, enjoy, and want to understand.

One moment you might be helping children investigate why a tower keeps falling. The next, you could be extending their vocabulary through storytelling or supporting a colleague to develop a new idea.

Your role will include:

• Creating a warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued, and confident to explore

• Planning and delivering purposeful, play-based learning aligned with the EYFS and shaped around children's interests and developmental needs

• Observing children's learning, recognising their progress, and using what you discover to plan their next steps

• Adapting experiences so every child can participate, contribute, and learn at their own pace

• Building trusting partnerships with families, sharing achievements and listening to their knowledge of their child

• Supporting everyday routines and maintaining high standards of safeguarding, safety, hygiene, and care

• Sharing your knowledge with colleagues, apprentices, and volunteers while remaining open to their ideas and experience

• Reflecting on your teaching and working with the team to continually improve children’s experiences

Our values are simple: Own it. Be human. Make it happen. As an Early Years Teacher, that means taking responsibility for thoughtful practice, building caring relationships, and turning curiosity into opportunities for learning.

What We’re Looking For

To be considered for this role, you must holdaLevel 4Montessori Diploma or other recognised Montessori qualification.

You’ll also bring:

• A strong understanding of the EYFS and how young children learn through play and relationships

• The ability to plan engaging learning experiences that respond to individual children’s strengths and needs

• A caring, observant approach that helps you notice when to encourage, adapt, or offer support

• Confidence communicating with families and working closely with colleagues

• A commitment to safeguarding and creating an inclusive environment for every child

• Curiosity about your own practice and a willingness to keep learning and share what you know

We’re looking for someone who celebrates the small steps, welcomes big questions, and helps children discover the joy of learning.

Please note: we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, verification of your right to work in the UK, and any essential qualifications. If successful, our Onboarding Team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to support fairness and accessibility for all candidates. This role involves regulated activity with children.