Montessori Classroom Assistant

Newpark Childcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 2,039,000 - 2,245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Training and development opportunities

London Living Wage accreditation

Healthcare Cash Plan

Staff discounts

Job summary

Newpark Childcare is seeking a Montessori Classroom Assistant to support children aged 2–5 in a calm, prepared Montessori environment. You will encourage independence, hands-on learning and help children develop confidence and concentration.

With London Living Wage accreditation and strong training opportunities, you’ll join a supportive team that values safeguarding and high standards of practice, while offering competitive hourly pay and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Early Years Qualification preferred
• Experience working with children under 5 essential
• Montessori experience desirable
• Excellent communication skills
• Fluent English essential
• Willingness to complete DBS check and provide references

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 2–5 years in our Montessori environment
• Encourage independence, choice and hands-on learning
• Support activities across Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Mathematics and Culture
• Observe and respond to each child’s individual interests and developmental needs
• Help maintain a beautifully prepared, calm and inviting classroom
• Encourage children to develop confidence, concentration and self-discipline
• Build warm, respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Work as part of a team to provide exceptional care and education
• Follow safeguarding, nursery policies and high standards of practice

Skills

Montessori education

Fluent English

Experience with under 5s

Education

Early Years Qualification (Level 2/3)

Job description

At Newpark Childcare, we believe children are capable, curious, and independent learners. Our Montessori approach puts the child at the heart of everything we do, creating a calm, nurturing and carefully prepared environment where children can learn at their own pace.

We’re looking for a Montessori Classroom Assistant who shares our passion for helping children develop independence, confidence, concentration and a lifelong love of learning.

We’re proud to be the UK’s first private nursery accredited by the London Living Wage, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where our team feels valued, supported and fulfilled.

Salary: £15.30/hour (Level 2) | £16.30/hour (Level 3) | £14.80/hour (unqualified)
Hours: Full-time | 4 days/week | 10 hours/day | Permanent, all year round

What You’ll Do

• Support children aged 2–5 years in our Montessori environment

• Encourage independence, choice and hands-on learning

• Support activities across Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Mathematics and Culture

• Observe and respond to each child’s individual interests and developmental needs

• Help maintain a beautifully prepared, calm and inviting classroom

• Encourage children to develop confidence, concentration and self-discipline

• Build warm, respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues

• Work as part of a team to provide exceptional care and education

• Follow safeguarding, nursery policies and high standards of practice

Why Newpark?

• Competitive hourly pay

• Excellent training, development and promotion opportunities

• Opportunities to develop your Montessori knowledge and practice

• Healthcare Cash Plan & free virtual GP

• Wellbeing support through the mProve YOURSELF app

• Extra holiday for great attendance – up to 4 additional days

• Loyalty bonuses of £250–£1,000

• Monthly “Outstanding Newparker” awards

• £250–£1,000 referral scheme

• Shopping discounts and vouchers

• 10% childcare staff discount (under 3s, subject to availability)

• Workplace Nursery Scheme

• Cycle Scheme & Tech Scheme

• Workplace pension

• Paid lunch breaks

• Staff parties and social events

• A friendly, supportive and Montessori-focused team

About You

You’ll be warm, patient, observant and passionate about children’s development. You’ll ideally have:

• A full and relevant Early Years Qualification – preferred

• Experience working with children under 5 – essential

• Montessori experience or a genuine interest in Montessori education – desirable

• A positive, flexible and collaborative approach

• Excellent communication skills

• Fluent English – essential

• A strong commitment to safeguarding

• Willingness to complete a DBS check and provide references

Most importantly, you’ll believe in giving children the time, space and support to “do it themselves” and develop into confident, capable learners.

Newpark Childcare is an equal opportunities employer and is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.