Making an application for employment

Latest Job Vacancies

We are growing our team at Montessori Cottage Nurseries and have exciting career opportunities available for passionate professionals. We are looking for Early Years Practitioners, Nursery Assistants, and Montessori Teachers to join our warm, talented, and dedicated team.

Why Work With Us?

Our team members enjoy a supportive and rewarding work environment, plus a range of excellent benefits, including:

  • Competitive Salary

  • Workplace Pension (optional)

  • Additional Paid Holiday (up to 32 days per year, including +4 extra days)

  • Childcare Discounts

  • Free Staff Meals & Refreshments on Duty

  • Career Development Opportunities – work towards a CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Childcare and Montessori Certificate courses

  • Digital Record Keeping for ease and efficiency

  • Paid Staff & Parent Meetings

  • Personal Workwear Provided

  • Training Days and Staff Meetings via Zoom

  • Fixed Weekly Staff Rota

  • DBS & Renewal Costs Covered

  • Christmas Closure with Full Pay (25th December – 2nd January)

Current Vacancies

Trainee Early Years Practitioner (CACHE Level 2/3)

Type: Permanent / Full Time

We welcome applications from unqualified candidates or those with CACHE Level 2. Work-based training is available for the right candidates to achieve CACHE Level 3.

📧 To learn more, email us at info@montessoricottagenurseries.co.uk

Early Years Practitioner (CACHE Level 3)

Type: Permanent / Full Time

[View Job Description / Apply]

📅 Application Closing Date: Open

Deputy Nursery Manager-(Saltburn Location)

Type: Permanent / Full Time

[View Job Description / Apply]

📅 Application Closing Date: Open

How to Apply

We’ve made applying as simple as possible. Choose the option that works best for you:

  • Quick Apply – use your smartphone to submit an application.

  • Apply Online – upload your CV (Google sign-in required).

  • Email Your CV – send to info@montessoricottagenurseries.co.uk

  • Post Your CV
    Montessori Cottage Nurseries, Station House, Station Rd, Linton, Cambridge, CB21 4NW

Step 1 – Complete the Application Form

As part of our recruitment process, we ask all candidates to complete our Employment Application Form before attending an interview. This helps us assess your suitability to work with children.

Step 2 – Submit Your Application

Send your completed form (and optionally your CV and cover letter) by email or post using the details above

Response

If your application is successful, a manager will contact you to discuss the role and arrange a convenient interview time.

Preparing for the Interview

We have compiled the following information to support candidates prepare for their interview:

1. Introduction - the Interview

2. An online Montessori resource tool for Candidates Video Gallery

3. Getting to know our policies

4. Useful Links Montessori Education

The Montessori Method

Montessori Society UK 

AMI Association Montessori Internationale  

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