3-6 Assistant New

Montessori Australia Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Southside Montessori School is seeking a Classroom Assistant – Garden (3–6 year olds) to support the Classroom Teacher and Educational Leader in the Garden classroom. The role focuses on maintaining the Montessori environment, aiding children's learning and wellbeing, and ensuring a safe, nurturing setting.

This is a full-time, permanent position; WWCC and first aid/certifications are required, with opportunities for professional development and involvement in staff meetings.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved qualification)
• Current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Current first aid, CPR, and emergency asthma/anaphylaxis management certification

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and maintaining Montessori materials and activities.
• Support children’s independence, concentration, and purposeful activity under teacher direction.
• Help with observations and documentation as directed.
• Assist with routines (mealtimes, rest, toileting, transitions) and health, hygiene, and safety standards.
• Maintain a safe, ordered environment indoors and outdoors.
• Model respectful, positive relationships and behaviour guidance.
• Communicate respectfully with families and colleagues.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and performance review.

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher)

Job description

Position Title: Classroom Assistant – Garden (3–6 year olds)
Employment Status: Full-time, permanent
Reports To: Classroom Teacher / Educational Leader
Industrial Instrument: Independent Schools NSW (Professional and Operational Staff) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025
Classification: Preschool/Childcare Services Employees (confirm level with Principal per Agreement)

Position Purpose
Support the Classroom Teacher/Educational Leader in the Garden classroom, maintaining the Montessori environment, assisting children’s learning and wellbeing, and upholding a safe, nurturing, child-safe setting. This is a support staff role, not a teaching position, and does not require NESA teacher accreditation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and maintaining Montessori materials and activities.
• Support children’s independence, concentration, and purposeful activity under teacher direction.
• Help with observations and documentation as directed.
• Assist with routines (mealtimes, rest, toileting, transitions) and ensure health, hygiene, and safety standards.
• Maintain a safe, ordered environment indoors and outdoors.
• Model respectful, positive relationships and behaviour guidance.
• Communicate respectfully with families and colleagues.
• Complete compliance training and maintain accurate records.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and performance review.

Essential Qualifications & Requirements

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent ACECQA-approved qualification), or actively working towards.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Current first aid, CPR, and emergency asthma/anaphylaxis management certification.
• Completion of child protection and child safety training as required by NSW law.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Formal Montessori training (e.g. Montessori Assistant’s Certificate, Montessori Orientation course, or other recognised introductory training).
• Experience in a Montessori classroom, ideally with 3–6 year olds.
• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher).
• Familiarity with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
• Experience in an independent school or early childhood setting.

Professional Standards

• Adhere to the school’s Staff Code of Conduct and Statement of Commitment to Child Safety.
• Comply with all child protection and child safe policies and procedures.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

Child Safe Employment Notice

Southside Montessori School is committed to child safety and upholding the NSW Child Safe Standards.
All applicants must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check, complete mandatory child safety training, and consent to comprehensive pre-employment screening including referee checks and suitability declarations.
Employment is subject to ongoing compliance with child safety requirements and reporting obligations.

Employment Conditions

• Covered by the Independent Schools NSW (Professional and Operational Staff) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025.
• Classification and salary per Agreement, based on qualifications and duties.
• All offers subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks and child safe recruitment practices.