Job Description
Early Years Practitioner (Maternity Cover) – Walton Montessori, Walton-on-Thames
Join Walton Montessori as an Early Years Practitioner (Maternity Cover). Supportive team, great benefits, pro rata salary. Apply now!
Location: Walton Montessori – Walton-on-Thames (KT12)
Salary: Up to £31,185 per year (Pro Rata, depending on experience/qualifications)
Contract: Fixed-Term Maternity Cover | Full-Time | 40 hrs/week | Monday–Friday
Qualification: Level 2+ DfE-Approved Early Years Qualification
Join our caring and creative team at Walton Montessori as an Early Years Practitioner (Maternity Cover). This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a nurturing Montessori environment where children learn and grow through exploration and play.
What We Offer
Discounted childcare
Generous holiday allowance
Free daily lunch
Health & wellbeing support
Exclusive staff discounts
Supportive, close-knit Montessori team
Your Role
Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate activities
Observe and record children’s learning and progress
Build warm relationships with parents and carers
Maintain a clean, safe, and nurturing environment
Collaborate with colleagues to uphold high standards of care
What You’ll Need
Level 2+ Early Years qualification (DfE-approved)
Experience working with babies and young children (0–5 years)
Strong understanding of EYFS, Safeguarding & Child Protection
A kind, proactive attitude and genuine passion for early years education
Apply today to join Walton Montessori and make a meaningful impact during this maternity cover period!
Walton Montessori is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates apply. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.