Montessori Elementary Teaching Assistant - Outdoor Learning

Montessori Society AMI (UK); City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme membership

Discounted pupil fees

Job summary

The Montessori School Edinburgh (Murrayfield) in Edinburgh, Scotland is seeking a dedicated Montessori Elementary Teaching Assistant to support a class of 6–12-year-olds from August 2025. The role offers a chance to contribute to a nurturing Montessori program and build on recent inspection success.

Montessori training is preferred, with experience in a similar role and strong communication skills. The position runs full time during term time, with duties including lesson delivery support,

Qualifications

• Montessori training preferred.
• Experience in a similar role desirable.
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher in delivering Montessori lessons and activities to children aged 6–12.
• Assist pupils individually or in small groups, providing guidance and support with Montessori materials and learning experiences.
• Assist with classroom management to prevent disruption to Montessori lessons.
• Prepare learning materials for activities.
• Foster an inclusive classroom culture promoting independence and collaboration.
• Maintain a clean, organized classroom and help set up/pack away daily.
• Observe and document children's progress and communicate with the Lead Teacher and parents/guardians.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan afternoon activities, outings and school events.
• Support development of social and emotional skills, including conflict resolution and self-regulation.
• Supervise play and lunchtimes with the Lead Teacher.

Job description

The Montessori School Edinburgh (Murrayfield) in Edinburgh, Scotland is seeking a dedicated Montessori Elementary Teaching Assistant to support a class of 6–12-year-olds from August 2025. The role offers a chance to contribute to a nurturing Montessori program and build on recent inspection success.

Montessori training is preferred, with experience in a similar role and strong communication skills. The position runs full time during term time, with duties including lesson delivery support,