Assistant Teacher for Kindergarten

Role purpose

• Support the class teacher in maintaining a calm, safe and purposeful Montessori environment while helping individual children participate, care for themselves and develop independence.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, reset and care for the classroom environment and Montessori materials.
• Support individual children and small groups under the teacher's direction without interrupting concentration unnecessarily.
• Assist with arrival, toileting, handwashing, meals, rest, outdoor play and dismissal.
• Observe children and share relevant, factual information with the class teacher.
• Maintain hygiene, safety, attendance and safeguarding routines.
• Help prepare learning materials, displays and classroom records.
• Supervise transitions and ensure no child is left unattended.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues and refer parent questions to the class teacher where appropriate.
• Participate in training and demonstrate a willingness to deepen Montessori practice.

Qualifications and experience

• Certificate or diploma in Early Childhood Development, Montessori Education, Teacher Training or a related field.
• TSC registration where applicable and a valid certificate of good conduct.
• 5 - 10 years of experience supporting children in kindergarten or early-years settings.
• Practical understanding of child safeguarding, hygiene, positive guidance and classroom routines.
• Patient, observant, physically active and willing to support personal-care routines.
• A genuine respect for children's independence and concentration.