Vacancies

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 record keeping 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)

We can offer:

Holidays Pro rata depending on start date

• Summer Holidays 2021 – 23rd August 2021 – 3rd September 2021
• Winter Holidays 2021 – 20th December 2021 – 2nd January 2022
• Bank Holiday, Good Friday – Friday 15th April 2022
• Bank Holiday, Easter Monday – Monday 18th April 2022
• Bank Holiday, May Day – Monday 2nd May 2022
• Bank Holiday, Spring – Monday 30th May 2022
• Summer Holidays 2022 – 22nd August – 2nd September
• Additional day off for your birthday providing we are in ratio or an additional paid day in your salary
• Additional day of for Christmas Shopping providing we are in ratio or an additional paid day in your salary
• We can also offer additional unpaid leave providing we are in ratio.

CPD Training During your probationary period

• First Aid Ofsted endorsed
• Safeguarding course
• Manual Handling online short course
• Food hygiene online short course
• Upon completion of your probationary period an ongoing CPD plan will be in place
• Upon completion of the listed courses and the completion of a satisfactory probationary period, Highgate Montessori will financially support the successful candidate to study a Montessori Assistants training course and an ongoing
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) plan will be put in to place.

Additional Benefits

• A competitive salary with a possible end of year Performance Related Bonus* that reflects your expertise and ability (*conditions apply).
• Excellent in-house training, opportunity to gain further qualifications, virtual learning and career progression opportunities.
• Childcare provision for up to two children during spring, summer and winter holiday schools with a substantial discount.
• Well Being Vouchers for 100% attendance and punctuality over the year.
• An excellent working environment in a well-resourced indoor and outdoor Montessori and Early Years learning areas.
• Working within a dedicated staff team and an appreciative parent network.
• Access to the school’s annual subscription to the Montessori and Under 5’s Magazines.
• A referral bonus should you introduce a new team member who meets the requirements of the school and completes a probationary period to successfully become employed full time (conditions apply).

Please visit www.highgatemontessori.com/vacancies for further information on this and other vacancies at Highgate Montessori.

UK applicants only please.

Interested parties should email a CV and covering letter to jobs@highgatemontessori.com

We are looking for a Montessori Guardian (Teacher) to join our supportive, professional and highly experienced team, to work in our vertically grouped, open planned classrooms to support in preparing and maintaining the Montessori and outdoor learning environments on a daily basis for either our Toddlers (18 months –  up to 3 years) or our Preschool Children (3 – 6 years).

You will be a key member of the team acting as a positive role model to practitioners and supporting the Head of School in the delivery and maintenance of outstanding service.

At Highgate Montessori the needs of the child and the family come first, we aim to be a partner in nurturing and upbringing the children and families we care for. So, if you want to do the right things for the right reasons and join a professional team that is dedicated to following the Montessori philosophy and its foundations combined with the EYFS this role is for you.

Salary: 

• To be discussed at interview and will be in accordance with qualifications and experience.

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.

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.

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:

• MORNINGS: Monday to Friday 7.30 am – 2.30 pm.

We can offer:

• Bank Holidays as leave (Christmas Day, New Years Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Early May, Spring Bank Holiday and August Bank Holiday).
• 10 x Consecutive days during August (inclusive of August Bank Holiday).
• 10 x Consecutive days during the Christmas period.
• A competitive salary with a possible end of year Performance Related Bonus* that reflects your expertise and ability (*conditions apply).
• Excellent in-house training, opportunity to gain further qualifications, virtual learning and career progression opportunities.
• Continued and paid for CPD training in relevant areas
• Childcare provision for up to two children during spring, summer and winter holiday schools with a substantial discount.
• Well Being Vouchers for 100% attendance and punctuality over the year.
• An excellent working environment in a well-resourced indoor and outdoor Montessori and Early Years learning areas.
• Working within a dedicated staff team and an appreciative parent network.
• Access to the school’s annual subscription to the Montessori and Under 5’s Magazines.
• A referral bonus should you introduce a new team member who meets the requirements of the school and completes a probationary period to successfully become employed full time (conditions apply).

UK applicants only please.

Interested parties should email a CV and covering letter to jobs@highgatemontessori.com

We are looking for a Montessori Guardian (Teacher) to join our supportive, professional and highly experienced team, to work in our vertically grouped, open planned classrooms to support in preparing and maintaining the Montessori and outdoor learning environments on a daily basis for either our Toddlers (18 months –  up to 3 years) or our Preschool Children (3 – 6 years).

You will be a key member of the team acting as a positive role model to practitioners and supporting the Head of School in the delivery and maintenance of outstanding service.

At Highgate Montessori the needs of the child and the family come first, we aim to be a partner in nurturing and upbringing the children and families we care for. So, if you want to do the right things for the right reasons and join a professional team that is dedicated to following the Montessori philosophy and its foundations combined with the EYFS this role is for you.

Salary: 

• To be discussed at interview and will be in accordance with qualifications and experience.

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.

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.

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:

• 3 DAYS A WEEK:
  Option 01 – Mon, Tues & Wed 7.30 am – 6 pm.
  Option 02 – Tues, Wed & Thurs 7.30 am – 6 pm.
  Option 03 – Wed, Thurs & Fri 7.30 am – 6 pm.

We can offer:

• Bank Holidays as leave (Christmas Day, New Years Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Early May, Spring Bank Holiday and August Bank Holiday).
• 6 x Consecutive days during August (inclusive of August Bank Holiday).
• 6 x Consecutive days during the Christmas period.
• A competitive salary with a possible end of year Performance Related Bonus* that reflects your expertise and ability (*conditions apply).
• Excellent in-house training, opportunity to gain further qualifications, virtual learning and career progression opportunities.
• Continued and paid for CPD training in relevant areas
• Childcare provision for up to two children during spring, summer and winter holiday schools with a substantial discount.
• Well Being Vouchers for 100% attendance and punctuality over the year.
• An excellent working environment in a well-resourced indoor and outdoor Montessori and Early Years learning areas.
• Working within a dedicated staff team and an appreciative parent network.
• Access to the school’s annual subscription to the Montessori and Under 5’s Magazines.
• A referral bonus should you introduce a new team member who meets the requirements of the school and completes a probationary period to successfully become employed full time (conditions apply).

UK applicants only please.

Interested parties should email a CV and covering letter to jobs@highgatemontessori.com

We are a busy Montessori pre-school looking for a competent and proactive Lunchtime Kitchen Housekeeper to manage and prepare nutritiously balanced meals for children, staff and visitors on a daily basis at our school in Pond Square, Highgate, London.

You will be a key member of the team acting as a positive role model to the children and supporting the Head of School in the preparation and delivery of nutritiously balanced meals.

Salary: 

• To be discussed at interview and will be in accordance with qualifications and experience.

Requirements:

• The ability to relate and interact with children.
• The ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Kitchen Health and Safety requirements.
• Food Hygiene Certificate or Qualification necessary.
• Safeguarding Certificate.
• First Aid Certificate.

Overview:

• Must be proactive, have relevant qualifications & certifications and have strong knowledge of food handling, food hygiene safety, nutrition for babies and young children, allergy awareness, COSHH and cleaning practices.
• Must be able to construct menu’s according to national guidance, be able to cook using fresh produce including using free-from and organic produce and cater for preferences, allergies and intolerances.
• Maintain kitchen spaces, order online shopping and keep an inventory of stock.
• Must be proficient in completing relevant closing checks and routines including utilising the Safer Food, Better Business guidance
• Talk to children about the importance of health & nutrition, and deliver cooking workshops from time to time with support from practitioners.
• Candidates must be willing to learn about the EYFS, safeguarding and child protection processes and be committed to their continuing professional development.
• 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.

Your role:

• To follow our Montessori lunchtime routine policy with the team and children.
• Ensure kitchen utensils are washed and replaced to their original place.
• Ensure cupboards and utensil storage areas are cleaned on a daily basis.
• Clean fridge on a daily basis.
• Record fridge temperature.
• Ensure tables, table cloths, placemats and napkins are cleaned and ironed for the following day.
• Ensure cooker, microwave and dishwasher are cleaned on a daily basis.
• Follow our COVID19 Hygiene policy.
• Prepare the afternoon snacks and the snacks for the following day.
• To support tidying and restoring the learning environments at the end of each day.

Hours:

• FULL TIME: Monday to Friday 11.30 am – 4.00 pm.

We can offer:

• Bank Holidays as leave (Christmas Day, New Years Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Early May, Spring Bank Holiday and August Bank Holiday).
• 10 x Consecutive days during August (inclusive of August Bank Holiday).
• 10 x Consecutive days during the Christmas period.
• 1 x Christmas shopping day (must be taken during December).
• Annual leave on your birthday.
• A competitive salary with a possible end of year Performance Related Bonus* that reflects expertise and ability (*conditions apply).
• Excellent in-house training, opportunity to gain further qualifications, virtual learning and career progression opportunities.
• Childcare provision for up to two children during spring, summer and winter holiday schools with a substantial discount.
• Well Being Vouchers for 100% attendance and punctuality over the year.
• An excellent working environment in well-resourced indoor and outdoor Montessori and Early Years learning areas.
• Working within a dedicated staff team and an appreciative parent network.
• Access to the school’s annual subscription to the Montessori and Under 5’s Magazines.
• A referral bonus should you introduce a new team member who meets the requirements of the school and completes a probationary period to successfully become employed full time (conditions apply).

UK applicants only please.

Interested parties should email a CV and covering letter to jobs@highgatemontessori.com stating the Job Ref Number.

We are looking for a full-time Montessori Teaching Assistant to join our supportive, professional and highly experienced team, to work under the supervision of a Montessori Guardian (Teacher) in our vertically grouped, open planned classrooms to support in preparing and maintaining the Montessori and outdoor learning environments on a daily basis for children between the ages of 18 months to 6 years.

You will be a key member of the team acting as a positive role model to practitioners and supporting the Montessori Guardians in the delivery and maintenance of outstanding service.

This role would be ideal for someone who is interested in pursuing a study programme in Montessori or a candidate who has recently qualified in Montessori.

If you want to do the right things for the right reasons and join a professional team that are dedicated to following the Montessori philosophy and its foundations combined with the EYFS, this role is for you.

Salary: 

• To be discussed at interview and will be in accordance with qualifications and experience.

Requirements:

• Would suit a newly Qualified Montessori International Diploma Holder.
• Degree in Psychology an advantage.
• Minimum of level 2 in Early Years with an interest in progressing towards a Montessori Teaching Assistant certificate
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• At least one year’s continued experience working within a reputable early years setting, a Montessori environment would be an advantage, with an interest in training to become a Special Educational Needs Coordinator.
• First Aid Certificate.
• D.B.S.
• 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.

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.

Your role:

• The duties and responsibilities will be carried out under the direction of the Montessori Guardian.
• To support the Montessori Guardian in the classroom with directing children, including required recordkeeping and to ensure their developmental, personal, social and emotional needs are met in a safe and caring manner.
• To support the Montessori Guardian on a daily basis to ensure the Montessori Curriculum and EYFS is being supported.
• To support the Montessori Guardian to ensure the daily operational and routine plan is adhered to.
• 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: Full-Time

Option 1
Monday – Friday 7.30 am – 4.30 pm

Option 2
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
9.30 am – 6.30 pm / Wednesday* 7.30 am – 4.30 pm.
*Earlier start time on Wednesday due to weekly staff meetings.

We can offer:

• Bank Holidays as leave (Christmas Day, New Years Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Early May, Spring Bank Holiday and August Bank Holiday).
• 10 x Consecutive days during August (inclusive of August Bank Holiday).
• 10 x Consecutive days during the Christmas period.
• 1 x Christmas shopping day (must be taken during December).
• Annual leave on your birthday.
• A competitive salary with a possible end of year Performance Related Bonus* that reflects expertise and ability (*conditions apply).
• Excellent in-house training, opportunity to gain further qualifications, virtual learning and career progression opportunities.
• Childcare provision for up to two children during spring, summer and winter holiday schools with a substantial discount.
• Well Being Vouchers for 100% attendance and punctuality over the year.
• An excellent working environment in well-resourced indoor and outdoor Montessori and Early Years learning areas.
• Working within a dedicated staff team and an appreciative parent network.
• Access to the school’s annual subscription to the Montessori and Under 5’s Magazines.
• A referral bonus should you introduce a new team member who meets the requirements of the school and completes a probationary period to successfully become employed full time (conditions apply).

CPD Training During your probationary period

• First Aid Ofsted endorsed
• Safeguarding course
• Manual Handling online short course
• Food hygiene online short course
• Upon completion of your probationary period an ongoing CPD plan will be in place
  
  Upon completion of the listed courses and the completion of a satisfactory probationary period, Highgate Montessori will financially support the successful candidate to study a Montessori Assistants training course and an ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) plan will be put in to place.

Additional Benefits

• A competitive salary with a possible end of year Performance Related Bonus* that reflects your expertise and ability (*conditions apply).
• Excellent in-house training, opportunity to gain further qualifications, virtual learning and career progression opportunities.
• Childcare provision for up to two children during spring, summer and winter holiday schools with a substantial discount.
• Well Being Vouchers for 100% attendance and punctuality over the year.
• An excellent working environment in a well-resourced indoor and outdoor Montessori and Early Years learning areas.
• Working within a dedicated staff team and an appreciative parent network.
• Access to the school’s annual subscription to the Montessori and Under 5’s Magazines.
• A referral bonus should you introduce a new team member who meets the requirements of the school and completes a probationary period to successfully become employed full time (conditions apply).

UK applicants only please.

Interested parties should email a CV and covering letter to jobs@highgatemontessori.com stating the Job Ref Number.

We are a busy Montessori nursery and pre-school in Pond Square, London (N6) looking for an experienced, competent and proactive Toddler Guardian/Teacher, experienced in the Early Years Foundations Stage, to work with our 0 – 3-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.
• You will hold a full and relevant EYFS childcare qualification.
• Previous experience of working with children under 3 years.
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding/child protection.
• Passion to deliver high-quality childcare and varied curriculum opportunities.
• A willingness to become proficient and be open minded to learning.

Requirements:

• AMI / MCI / NNEB or Early Years Qualification required
• Level 2 or 3 in Early Years Foundation Stage an advantage
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• At least one year’s continued experience working within a reputable early years setting, a Montessori environment would be an advantage.
• First Aid Certificate.
• D.B.S.
• Prepared to work in all weather conditions as part of our open-air learning programme.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English.

Your Role:

• As an EYFS Practitioner you will be role modelling your knowledge and best practice to colleagues and delivering the best learning opportunities to our children between the ages of 18 months and 3 years.
• Creating and implementing positive parent partnerships by communicating effectively and giving regular updates ensuring every child’s progress is recorded in our classroom diaries and early years foundation stage personal folders.
• As part of our team, you will follow our values outlined in our mission statement.
• Ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the preschool is operating in line with our policies and procedures.

Hours:
Monday to Friday 7.30 am – 4.30 pm (Full Time)

We can offer:

Holidays Pro rata depending on start date.

• Summer Holidays 2021 – 23rd August 2021 – 3rd September 2021
• Winter Holidays 2021 – 20th December 2021 – 2nd January 2022
• Bank Holiday, Good Friday – Friday 15th April 2022
• Bank Holiday, Easter Monday – Monday 18th April 2022
• Bank Holiday, May Day – Monday 2nd May 2022
• Bank Holiday, Spring – Monday 30th May 2022
• Summer Holidays 2022 – 22nd August – 2nd September
• Additional day off for your birthday providing we are in ratio or an additional paid day in your salary
• Additional day of for Christmas Shopping providing we are in ratio or an additional paid day in your salary

We can also offer additional unpaid leave providing we are in ratio.

CPD Training During your probationary period

• First Aid Ofsted endorsed
• Safeguarding course
• Manual Handling online short course
• Food hygiene online short course
• Upon completion of your probationary period an ongoing CPD plan will be in place

Upon completion of the listed courses and the completion of a satisfactory probationary period, Highgate Montessori will financially support the successful candidate to study a Montessori Assistants training course and an ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) plan will be put in to place.

Additional Benefits

• A competitive salary with a possible end of year Performance Related Bonus* that reflects your expertise and ability (*conditions apply).
• Excellent in-house training, opportunity to gain further qualifications, virtual learning and career progression opportunities.
• Childcare provision for up to two children during spring, summer and winter holiday schools with a substantial discount.
• Well Being Vouchers for 100% attendance and punctuality over the year.
• An excellent working environment in a well-resourced indoor and outdoor Montessori and Early Years learning areas.
• Working within a dedicated staff team and an appreciative parent network.
• Access to the school’s annual subscription to the Montessori and Under 5’s Magazines.
• A referral bonus should you introduce a new team member who meets the requirements of the school and completes a probationary period to successfully become employed full time (conditions apply).

Please visit www.highgatemontessori.com/vacancies for further information on this and other vacancies at Highgate Montessori.

Interested parties should email a CV and covering letter to jobs@highgatemontessori.com