17/12/2021
We are a busy Montessori nursery and pre-school in Pond Square, London (N6) looking for an experienced, competent, and proactive Montessori Guardian/Teacher to work with our 3 – 6-year-old children.
The ideal candidate must have sound knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, child development, Montessori philosophy, and competent use of the Montessori apparatus.
You will be a key member of the team acting as a positive role model to the children and supporting Highgate Montessori in the delivery and maintenance of outstanding service.
Newly-qualified applicants will be considered.
Salary:
To be discussed at interview and will be in accordance with qualifications and experience.
Overview:
To nurture the personality of each child and to meet their individual needs through the Montessori Philosophy and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
To develop and support each child’s individual experiences and ideas based upon their own personal circumstances.
To provide a peaceful and interesting learning environment where each child can feel safe and relaxed.
To promote the joy of learning, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and imagination, forming a positive foundation that will grow with each child throughout their entire education and beyond.
To develop social and emotional integration through individual and group learning.
You will have a flexible approach, a positive attitude, and the ability to build positive constructive working relationships with children, colleagues, parents, students, and other professionals as appropriate.
Requirements:
MUST hold a teaching qualification in Montessori.
Montessori Early Years International Diploma.
Montessori and/or an Early Years Foundation Degree.
Sound knowledge and experience of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Experience within a vertically grouped classroom is essential.
First Aid Certificate.
D.B.S.
At least one year’s continued experience working within a Montessori environment.
Prepared to work in all weather conditions as part of our open-air learning programme.
Fluent in both written and spoken English.
Competent to use computers and technology with confidence, ease, and minimal frustration.
Your role:
To support and direct up to 12 Key Children, including required recordkeeping, and to ensure their developmental, personal, social, and emotional needs are met in a safe and caring manner.
Working in partnership with parents to pro-actively support children’s care and development.
Adhering to Health and Safety policies, maintaining risk assessments, and relevant documentation.
Attend parent seminars and promotional days.
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, care & education.
Hours:
Monday to Friday 7.30 am – 4.30 pm (Full Time)
Please visit www.highgatemontessori.com/vacancies for further
