Nursery Practitioner

Nursery Practitioner – Harrow, Greater London (HA2)
Join a warm, nurturing Montessori nursery and Early Years setting in Harrow, North West London, where children are encouraged to become confident, independent learners through a child-centred approach that combines Montessori principles with the Early Years Foundation Stage in a welcoming environment with excellent outdoor learning opportunities.

Employment Type
Permanent, Full Time, All Year Round.

Salary
£29,000 per annum + benefits.

Pay & Benefits

• £29,000 per annum.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• 40-hour working week.
• Supportive Montessori nursery environment.
• Work within a setting combining Montessori education with the EYFS curriculum.
• Excellent outdoor learning spaces.
• Opportunities to support a wide range of enriching extra-curricular activities.
• Work alongside experienced Montessori and Early Years professionals.
• Child-centred environment focused on nurturing every child's individual development.

Working Hours & Shift Pattern
Permanent | Full Time | 40 hours per week
Based in Harrow, Greater London (HA2)

• Shift pattern between 7:30am and 6:00pm.
• Monday to Friday working.
• 51-week nursery operation with closure on Bank Holidays and over Christmas.
• Work within a busy Montessori nursery caring for children aged 6 months to 5 years.

Job Description
As a Nursery Practitioner, you will become part of a welcoming Montessori nursery and Early Years setting in Harrow, Greater London (HA2), supporting children aged 6 months to 5 years within a carefully prepared learning environment. Working within the nurseries & early years sector, you will help deliver high-quality childcare by combining Montessori principles with the Early Years Foundation Stage to promote confidence, independence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an Early Years Practitioner looking to build a rewarding childcare career within a supportive Montessori environment in North West London. You will work closely with colleagues and families to ensure every child receives nurturing, engaging and developmentally appropriate experiences in a safe and stimulating environment with excellent outdoor learning opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children's learning, development and wellbeing through high-quality childcare.
• Deliver engaging Montessori and EYFS learning experiences.
• Create a safe, welcoming and stimulating learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Observe, monitor and record children's progress.
• Promote children's independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
• Maintain safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies at all times.
• Contribute to indoor and outdoor learning experiences.
• Support daily routines, care needs and positive behaviour.
• Work collaboratively as part of a supportive nursery team.

Requirements

• You must already have the permanent right to work in the UK.
• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• Previous experience working as a Nursery Practitioner or within an Early Years setting.
• Knowledge or experience of Montessori practice is desirable.
• Ability to deliver high-quality childcare whilst supporting children's individual development.
• Excellent communication skills with a caring, positive and professional approach.
• Able to work independently whilst contributing effectively within a team.
• Also suitable for: Early Years Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Nursery Nurse, Childcare Practitioner, Montessori Practitioner, EYFS Practitioner.

Company Culture
As a Nursery Practitioner, you will be joining a friendly and supportive nursery where children are placed at the heart of everything. The setting promotes a harmonious learning environment, values positive relationships with families, celebrates diversity through a multilingual team and encourages continuous learning through a carefully prepared Montessori environment that helps children become confident, independent learners while supporting the ongoing professional development of its Early Years team.

Apply Today
If you're passionate about helping young children thrive and are looking to develop your childcare career within a supportive Montessori nursery in Harrow, Greater London (HA2), we'd love to hear from you. Your skills and commitment will be valued within a setting that encourages professional growth whilst making a genuine difference to children's early development. Apply today.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early interest is warmly encouraged.

Contact Details
Recruit by Nature
George Francis
George@recruitbynature.co.uk
Direct Line: 0118 334 8424
WhatsApp: 07782217154