Nursery Room Leader

Buckingham Montessori is proud to be opening a brand-new, purpose-built nursery on Preston Road. The nursery is Ofsted-registered and will be opening September 2026. We are currently seeking an experienced and passionate Nursery Room Leader to lead our 3+ age group as part of our founding team. At Buckingham Montessori, we integrate Islamic values with Montessori-led, child-centred education, nurturing confident, independent, and compassionate children. Our Montessori approach focuses on a prepared environment, child-led learning, and fostering independence and curiosity from an early age. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the 3+ room, ensuring high-quality Montessori-informed practice • Oversee planning, observations, and assessments in line with EYFS and Montessori principles • Create and maintain a calm, purposeful, and well-prepared learning environment • Act as a key person and promote strong key-person practice within the room • Lead room meetings and support the professional development of team members • Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues • Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies are consistently followed What We're Looking For • Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification (required) • Montessori diploma (preferred) • Previous Room Leader or Senior Practitioner experience (preferred) • A nurturing, reflective practitioner aligned with Montessori and values-led education • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills • Right to work in the UK (required) What We Offer • Competitive salary (£30,000-£35,000 depending on experience) • Ongoing training and professional development support • Clear opportunities for career progression • Staff meals provided • Pension contributions • A supportive, reflective, and collaborative team environment • The opportunity to help shape a new nursery from the very beginning Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and faiths who share our child-centred, values-led approach. Safeguarding This role is subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. How to Apply If you're excited about this opportunity and would like to be part of our founding team, please send your CV and cover letter to