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Montessori Trainee Lead Guide Babies and Toddlers - Casa Dei Bambini Montessori School - London

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Pay: £24,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Job Description:
Are you a calm, caring and passionate Early Years professional looking for an exciting new opportunity?
At Montessori Nest, we are opening the doors to our beautiful new nursery in West Hampstead this October, and we are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our growing team.
Whether you already have Montessori experience or have worked in an EYFS setting and are eager to learn, we would love to hear from you.
About You
You will have:

  • Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent recognised in the UK).
  • Experience working with babies and toddlers (0–3 years).
  • A calm, warm and nurturing approach.
  • A genuine passion for supporting young children's development.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • A willingness to learn and grow professionally.

Most importantly, you enjoy building trusting relationships with children and families and want to make a real difference every day.
What You'll Be Doing
As part of our close-knit team, you will:

  • Support the daily care, wellbeing and learning of babies and toddlers.
  • Help create a calm, safe and beautiful prepared environment.
  • Encourage children's independence through respectful interactions.
  • Build warm partnerships with families.
  • Work collaboratively with experienced Montessori educators to provide exceptional care and education.

Montessori Experience?
Previous Montessori experience is not essential.
If you have worked in an EYFS setting and are curious about the Montessori approach, we will support you every step of the way. Through mentoring, guidance and ongoing professional development, you will learn how to apply Montessori principles in practice and grow alongside our experienced team.
Why Join Montessori Nest?
At Montessori Nest, we believe that our team is at the heart of everything we do. We are not simply looking for another member of staff. We are looking for someone who wants to become a valued member of our growing Montessori family.
We offer:

  • Salary: from £24,000 per annum to £34,000 per annum
  • Ongoing mentoring and professional development.
  • Full support and training in Montessori philosophy and practice.
  • The opportunity to help shape a brand-new nursery from the very beginning.
  • A beautiful environment designed for both children and educators to thrive.
  • A warm, supportive workplace where kindness, collaboration and respect are at the centre of everything we do.

If you are passionate about giving young children the very best start in life and would love to grow with us as Montessori Nest begins its exciting journey, we would be delighted to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you would love to join the Montessori Nest family.

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  • Experience
    Required
  • Languages
    English – Advanced
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Schedule
    Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm
  • Salary
    £24,000 – £34,000 yearly
  • Benefits
    7 weeks holiday
  • Starting time
    Immediate start!

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