Trainee Montessori Assistant Guide – Babies & Toddlers

Knightwell Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Level 3 qualification support

Career development

Supportive team

Job summary

Knightwell Recruitment is seeking a Montessori Assistant Guide to join a warm Montessori environment caring for babies and toddlers, helping them feel safe and confident. You’ll receive full training, ongoing support, and the chance to work toward a Level 3 Early Years qualification, with hands-on Montessori childcare experience.

A calm, purpose-led team values your contribution and supports your career growth.

Qualifications

• Warm, patient attitude and passion for working with young children.
• Ability to work in a Montessori environment.
• Reliability and team spirit.

Responsibilities

• Create a calm, nurturing and engaging environment for babies and toddlers.
• Support the Lead Guide and work as part of a close, supportive team.
• Encourage children's independence, confidence and curiosity.
• Prepare activities and maintain a beautifully organized learning environment.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children and families.
• Observe children and respond to individual needs with patience and care.

Skills

Patience

Caring attitude

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification desirable

Level 3 Early Years qualification support

Job description

Love working with young children and want a career that truly makes a difference?

Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position.

Join a warm, supportive Montessori environment where you’ll be valued, trained and encouraged to grow.

As a Montessori Assistant Guide, you’ll help babies and toddlers feel safe, settled and confident while supporting their development through gentle, thoughtful care.

What you’ll be doing

• Create a calm, nurturing and engaging environment for babies and toddlers.
• Support the Lead Guide and work as part of a close, supportive team.
• Encourage children's independence, confidence and curiosity.
• Prepare activities and maintain a beautiful, organised learning environment.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children and families.
• Observe children and respond to their individual needs with patience and care.

Why you’ll love this role

• Full training and ongoing support
• Support towards your Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Hands-on Montessori and childcare experience
• Excellent opportunity to develop your career in early years education
• Supportive colleagues who value your contribution
• A calm, purpose-led environment where your work really matters
• The chance to make a genuine difference to children's lives every day

No previous Montessori experience? No problem. A Level 2 Early Years qualification is desirable, but we’re more interested in your attitude, warmth, reliability and genuine passion for working with young children.

If you’re patient, caring and ready to take the next step in your career, this Montessori Assistant Guide role could be the perfect opportunity to learn, grow and make a difference.

Start your journey as a Montessori Assistant Guide and help young children discover their confidence, independence and joy in learning