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 and 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, organis