Casual Early Childhood Assistant (15 Months To 6 Years Old)

Position: School officer and Early Childhood Educator.

Required: Certificate III (or Diploma) in Children's Services or Early Childhood Education and Care.

Contract: Casual

About the Role

Brisbane Montessori School (BMS) at Fig Tree Pocket invites applications from qualified Early Childhood Assistants (15months-3yrs), Class Assistants (3yr-6ys) who are available on a casual basis. We warmly welcome dynamic and engaging assistants with a positive demeanour, a flexible approach and a willingness to embrace the Montessori Philosophy. This is a wonderful opportunity for an enthusiastic and responsible teacher to join our outstanding team and play an important role in an authentic Montessori community.

Successful applicants will hold at least a:

1. Certificate III (or Diploma) in Children's Services or Early Childhood Education and Care,
2. Current Blue Card,
3. Current First Aid and CPR qualifications.

Montessori qualifications are preferred, but a willingness to embrace the Montessori philosophy would be considered.

Applications Must Include the following:

• Relevant cover letter addressed to Head of Children's House Carolyn Saunders;
• Current resume, and;
• Contact details for at least two referees.

What you can look forward to:

Brisbane Montessori School (BMS) is a humble 7-hectare school facilitating students aged from birth to 16 years and is set to grow. We are nestled in a picturesque, private corner on the banks of the Brisbane River beside Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Fig Tree Pocket. Just 14km from Brisbane’s Central Business District, BMS provides an unhindered and abundant learning space. Our purpose-built and organically inspired learning environments are designed to spark student interest, develop critical thinking skills, and foster a sense of achievement and self-worth, within a non-competitive setting. Accompanying BMS’ beautiful environment, you’ll be part of a vibrant and motivating Montessori team. You can look forward to a fulfilling culture that encourages wellbeing and professional development through a variety of unique staff programs. Our human resource providers also offer a range of retail and wellbeing discounts for Headspace, BCF, Myer, JB Hi-Fi, and more.

We offer the following Montessori programmes:

• Parent Child Programme (PCP) Birth - 15 months

• Montessori Independent Toddler Community (MITC) 15 months – 3 year olds

• Children's House (3 – 6 year olds)

• Lower Primary (6 – 9 year olds)

• Upper Primary (9 – 12 year olds)

• Middle School & Year 10 (12 – 16 year olds)

• Senior School Years 11 & 12 planned for January 2026

Further information about Brisbane Montessori School can be found at www.bms.qld.edu.au

What Can We Offer Our Employees?

• Working Conditions within an Enterprise Agreement

• Opportunity to work within a beautiful, highly regarded Montessori setting

• July 2024 renewal of First Aid, CPR training and support

• Ongoing Professional Development opportunities

• Free onsite parking

• Employee Assistant Program

Should you have any queries about this opportunity, please contact: ***********@bms.qld.edu.au

Join an authentic Montessori school community today!