Early Childhood Educators - Room Assistant - Cert Iii/Diploma | Crestmead

Montessori Academy Childcare Centres; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave loading

Childcare fee discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Montessori Academy Childcare Centres is launching a new Montessori Academy centre in Crestmead and seeks passionate Certificate III and Diploma qualified Room Assistants to join the founding team.

You will contribute to high-quality care and education, support Montessori principles, and help shape the centre's culture from day one. This is a stable, long-term career with growth opportunities and strong family/community involvement.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and listening skills with children and families.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team to deliver high-quality programs.
• Understanding of EYLF and NQF principles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work with a learning team to provide high-quality education and care.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Assist with planning and implementing educational programs aligned with EYLF.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming learning environment.
• Ensure compliance with NQF, service policies and child safety practices.
• Complete observations and contribute to children's learning documentation.
• Communicate effectively with families about learning and wellbeing.
• Support Montessori principles in daily practice.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Child safety practices

Observation & documentation

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care

Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care

Job description

The Company
Established in 2000, Montessori Academy is Australia's leading provider of Montessori early childhood education for children under six years of age. We are a child safe organisation committed to providing children with an early learning experience that prepares them not only for school, but for life.
With more than 70 campuses across Australia and many more in development, we're continuing to grow, and so are the opportunities for our people. Whether you're looking to step into a Room Leader position or further develop your career as an Educator, we'll provide the training, support and professional development to help you succeed.

We are excited to be launching our brand-new Montessori Academy centre in Crestmead and are seeking passionate Certificate III and Diploma qualified Room Assistants to join our founding team.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a new service from day one. As a foundation team member, you'll play an important role in shaping the centre's culture, building strong relationships with children and families, and creating a warm, welcoming, and high-quality learning environment.

If you're looking for a stable, long-term career with genuine opportunities for growth and progression, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively as part of a passionate team to provide high-quality education and care.
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with children and families.
• Support the planning and implementation of engaging educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
• Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming learning environment.
• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework, service policies and child safety practices.
• Complete observations and contribute to children's learning documentation.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding children's learning and wellbeing.
• Support the implementation of Montessori principles throughout daily practice.

About You

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA approved equivalent).
• Current Working with Children Check.
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
• Sound understanding of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standards and EYLF.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for early childhood education.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a supportive team.
• A commitment to providing exceptional care and learning experiences for every child.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Attractive renumeration packages.
• Annual leave loading.
• Childcare fee discounts across all Montessori Academy centres.

Career Development

• Genuine opportunities for career progression across our growing network of centres.
• Comprehensive Montessori training provided.
• Fully funded Montessori Diploma and Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) courses for eligible employees.
• Ongoing professional development with twice-monthly training sessions.

Supportive Workplace

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support.
• Employee discounts with a range of local businesses.
• A welcoming and collaborative team culture where your career is supported.

If you're looking to join a growing organisation and play a key role in establishing our new Montessori Academy centre in Crestmead, we'd love to hear from you.