Job Description

Are you an experienced Early Years Practitioner/Educator with a relevant Level 3 Qualification? Do you have a passion for childcare and the Early Years?

Monique Montessori Day Nursery is seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Practitioner/Educator to join our Outstanding babies and toddler team. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can become thriving, independent little learners ready to take on all the challenges life may bring along their journey.

Job Profile

We are looking for someone who cares deeply about early childhood, understanding how important the formative years are. The role requires someone with a genuine desire to help young children learn and grow, and they should have the empathy, compassion and patience needed to create such an environment. When working at Monique Montessori, you will be responsible for: -

Providing high-quality care and education to children under 2 years, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. Planning and implementing engaging activities that promote children's development across various domains, including physical, emotional, social, and cognitive skills. Providing individualised support to meet the unique needs of each child. Fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues through effective communication and collaboration. Maintaining accurate records of children's progress and development, ensuring that each child's individual needs are met. Supporting the management team by maintaining nursery standards, policies, and procedures while contributing to a positive team environment. Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations within the nursery setting. Fostering a positive and inclusive environment where diversity and equality is celebrated.
Roles and Responsibilities:-

Support children's development through effective observations, providing appropriate next steps using the Montessori and EYFS curriculums Interact with a positive and social manner towards all children in your care without discrimination or bias Supervise children at all times and support them where necessary Ensure the needs of each individual child are being met, to include learning, feeding, intimate care and sleep Contribute to maintaining the attractive and welcoming environment assist with all housekeeping duties including laundry and general cleanliness of the setting. Read, understand and implement all company values, policies, procedures and operational practices Ensure safeguarding is always at the forefront of everything you do, particularly for children who are more vulnerable. Maintain a positive attitude with children, parents, visitors and work colleagues. Ensure confidentiality is maintained where appropriate Attend staff inset days and training days as required

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate must have the following:

Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in early childhood education or childcare. At least 2 years proven experience working with children under 2 years in a nursery or childcare setting. Working knowledge and understanding of the EYFS Excellent communication skills in English to engage with children, parents, and colleagues effectively. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team Patience, empathy and a genuine love for working with young children.
Bonus / Desirable attributes include:

Knowledge of the Montessori Early Years Education ethos and principles

Why work for us?

When you work for Monique Montessori, you will get:-

Life insurance cover, up to 4x income Paid day off for birthdays Generous holiday scheme that increases with length of service Paid bank holidays Discounted Childcare for staff at our nurseries Ongoing professional development, training and promotional opportunities Pension Scheme A Recommend-A-Friend scheme for introducing colleagues and families Enjoy shopping discounts and earn points at hundreds of popular retailers
Job Type: Permanent

Work Location: In person