Tam’s House Montessori Nursery
Key Highlights
- Full-time role: Monday–Friday, 09:00–18:00
- Small class sizes with a maximum of 9 children per room
- Must hold NVQ Level 3 in Childcare
- Opportunity to learn the Montessori method — no previous Montessori experience required
- Supportive, close-knit nursery team with excellent staff retention
- Strong focus on professional development and career progression
- 6 weeks paid holiday plus additional staff benefits
Tam’s House is a unique, home-from-home nursery set within a beautifully converted Victorian townhouse. Following a thoughtful transformation, the nursery has become a warm, nurturing environment for 18 children supported by a dedicated team of 8 staff members. Since opening, the nursery has operated at full capacity and continues to maintain an excellent reputation with families.
We are currently looking for a kind, caring, and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our Pre-School Room team.
This role would suit someone passionate about early years education who is looking to further develop their career within a supportive environment while learning the Montessori approach to teaching and child development.
About the Nursery
The nursery consists of two carefully designed learning environments:
- The Loft – for younger children
- The Den – for older children
Each room caters for a maximum of 9 children, allowing for highly personalised care and learning experiences.
We combine the Montessori method with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework to support children’s holistic development. Learning areas include:
- Practical Life
- Sensorial Learning
- Cultural Studies
- Maths
- Language
- ICT
- Imaginative & Creative Play
- Quiet/Reflection Areas
The Role
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will:
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging activities tailored to individual children’s needs
- Support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing
- Take responsibility for key children and maintain developmental records
- Monitor, assess, and track children’s progress
- Produce written observations and reports to a high standard
- Work collaboratively as part of a supportive nursery team
Requirements
- Essential: NVQ Level 3 in Childcare
- Previous experience working with children aged 2–5 within a professional childcare setting
- Good standard of written English
- Positive, caring, and enthusiastic attitude
- Ability to work collaboratively within a small team
No previous Montessori experience is required — full support and ongoing training will be provided.
Why Join Tam’s House?
This role is ideal for someone looking to:
- Progress their career in early years education
- Learn and develop within the Montessori teaching approach
- Work within a small, nurturing nursery environment
- Build strong relationships with children and families
- Be part of a welcoming and supportive team culture
Staff Benefits
- Sick pay
- Bonus scheme
- Casual dress code (aprons provided)
- Free meals
- Company events
- Continuous professional development and training
- 6 weeks paid holiday
- Clothing allowance
Safeguarding Statement
Tam’s House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and is an equal opportunities employer.
All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and provide suitable references prior to employment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee mentoring programme
- Sick pay
Education:
- Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
- Nursery: 1 year (required)
- key worker: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
