Head Teacher (Montessori Day Nursery) Full Time

Little Dukes: Hopes & Dreams
Job Title: Head of Montessori Day Nursery
_This role would suit anybody that has experience as a Nursery Head, Deputy Nursery Head or Senior Nursery Practitioner with Management experience._

Qualifications:
Minimum Level 3 Montessori Pedagogy qualification (or other full and relevant Montessori qualification)
Minimum 1 years’ Team Leadership/Management experience
Minimum 3 years’ Nursery experience
Excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and current Ofsted statutory guidance.
Knowledge and proven practical experience of implementing good quality learning opportunities.
Knowledge of and commitment to: child protection, health and safety, equal opportunities and SEN/Inclusion
Experience of working as a key worker for a group of children and their families
Ability to observe, assess and report on children’s behaviour

Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
Opportunities for professional development and training
Supportive work environment with a friendly team
Company Pension scheme

Duties:
To provide safe, high-quality education and care for children attending the nursery.
To fulfil legal and statutory requirements and to supervise staff on a day-to-day basis.
To contribute to and implement Nursery policies.
Effective team leadership – ability to lead a team, manage effectively and efficiently, upholding positive working relationships and be an effective mentor.
To manage the provision of the nursery ensuring that children, parents and the staff team work together to provide high quality childcare.
To be responsible for the management of day-to-day financial operations within the nursery, by meeting financial targets and managing the occupancy ensuring maximum capacity.
To agree and set nursery goals and monitor the achievement of progress against targets.
To monitor and assess the quality of provision ensuring that policies and procedures, best practice and standards are maintained.
Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow.
Collaborate with parents and other staff members to support children’s individual needs.
Follow health and safety guidelines to ensure the well-being of all children

If you are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact on their lives, we would love to hear from you.

About Hopes & Dreams:
At our Ofsted ‘outstanding’ rated early years settings, we provide exceptional care and education to our children. With our supportive teams and comprehensive training programs, you will have the chance to develop your skills and unlock your full potential. Don’t miss this extraordinary chance to be a part of something truly special. Apply today and seize the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of youngest children. Together, we can create a bright and promising future for the next generation in early years education.

About Little Dukes:
Little Dukes is the early years arm of the Dukes Education Group, with independent nurseries in London, Richmond upon Thames, Brighton & Hove and Worthing.
Our goal is to give children the foundations for an extraordinary life, through education.

Little Dukes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Candidates will be expected to follow our Safer Recruitment processes which includes completion of an application form, undergoing an interview process, and the Company obtaining suitable references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £38,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:
Additional leave
Company events
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Sick pay
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
School type:
Day nursery

Application question(s):
Do you require visa sponsorship?

Experience:
Nursery Practitioner: 3 years (required)
Nursery Management: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:
Level 3 Montessori qualification (required)

Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person