We are looking for someone who shares our passion for Early Years Education 🌍

Who has a love of the child and wants to make
a difference every day ❤️

Someone who believes in our core values and vision, who loves working as part of a team 🥰

If that person is you, look at the available postions below and get in touch today 😊 📞 📧

Current Vacancies 🥰

Join Our Team at Ashley Cross Montessori in Poole 🌍

Position: LUNCH COVER - LEvel 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner (With or Without Montessori Experience)  ✅

Age Group: 6 Months - 5 Years  

Start Date: June 2025

Lunch Cover Early Years Practitioner - Join Our Team in Ashley Cross Montessori!

Qualification: Level 2/3 in Early Years.

Expereience with age Group: 6 Months - 5 Years

Start Date: June 2025

Ashley Cross Montessori is seeking a kind and dedicated Level 2/3 Early Years Practitioner who values meaningful relationships. If you are passionate about supporting young children's development in a collaborative setting, this role is for you!

Our Vision:

We are committed to providing high-quality early years education creating a nurturing and supportive environment for children to thrive.

About the Role:

• As a Lunch Cover Early Years Practitioner, you'll play a vital role in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive. You'll work closely with our team to plan and implement engaging activities that promote learning and development through child led play, making the most of our stunning classroom and outdoor space.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for early years education and supporting young children's development.

• Holds a relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2/3 or above).

• Has experience working with children aged 0-5 years.

• Is creative, energetic, and able to inspire a sense of wonder in young children.

• Is a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer:

- A beautiful 0-2 years classroom designed to foster early development.

- A 2 - 4 years classroom with free flow access to an outdoor garden that encourages exploration and play.

- Continuous professional development opportunities tailored to your level.

- Outstanding Ofsted inspection results

- Set shift patterns to support work-life balance.

Paid Lunch Breaks and Staff Meetings: Take time to recharge and collaborate with your team, all while being paid.

- Hours: Monday to Friday 11:00 - 14:00

- Salary: Qualified18+ year olds up to £29,172 FTE (£13.20 per hour) inclusive of paid lunch breaks

- Regular Team Socials and Christmas Party: Build strong relationships with your colleagues and celebrate your successes together.

- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Access confidential support for your personal and professional well-being.

- 5.6 Weeks Paid Holiday (Including Bank Holidays): Take time to rest and recharge.

- Paid Sick Leave (After 1 Year of Service): We understand that life happens and offer paid time off to support your health.

How to Apply:  

If you’re interested in finding out more about joining our team at Ashley Cross Montessori in Poole, contact us today by email - hr@montessorieducation.co.uk or call us on 01202 735521, we are looking forward to hearing from you…📧 📞😊👍

***Please read our SAFER RECRUITMENT notice below.

Shepherd Montessori Schools  are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children in our care. All applicants therefore must be willing to undergo effective child protection and safeguarding screening, this will include references from previous employers and an DBS check and then registered with the Update service . We shall also seek compliance with sections 15-25 of the immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 (eligibility to work in the United Kingdom of Great Britain).

All staff must confirm they are not included on Children’s barred list or PoVA or barred by the Independent Safeguarding Authority; or disqualified from working with children, or live with someone who has been disqualified from working with children, or been refused registration or had it cancelled; subject to sanctions imposed by a regulatory body, e.g. the Teaching Agency or Health and Care professions council and Ofsted.

All our posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, repremands and warnings including those regarded as ‘spent’, must be declared.