Head of School

K-12 Montessori and IB School

We are looking for a relational and passionate Head of School to lead this Independent K-12 School in Wollongong.

Your new company 

Elonera Montessori School is an independent co-educational school offering authentic and quality education from 18 months to 18 years. Elonera offers Montessori programs across early childhood to year 6, aligned with the Australian National Curriculum K-10 and the International Baccalaureate IB Diploma in years 11 and 12.

The School is centrally located in Wollongong and has a committed community of passionate teachers, parents and students.

Your new role 

As Head of School, you will be responsible for the leadership of all elements of the school from early childhood to year 12. This role reports to the School Board and is well supported by an established senior leadership team. This is an executive appointment to commence in 2019 by negotiation with the successful applicant.

What you'll need to succeed 

You will be:

• A relational and supportive leader with exceptional interpersonal skills
• Supportive and a champion of the school’s unique offerings including authentic Montessori programs and the international Baccalaureate.
• A visible, hands on and collaborative leader who enjoys working closely with staff, students and families.
• Able to demonstrate a strong understanding of legislative, reporting and curriculum requirements across a K-12 setting
• Passionate about working in a small school setting with a strong sense of community and commitment.
• Able to lead with vision, honesty and integrity

What you'll get in return 

This is a wonderful opportunity to take on the leadership of an incredibly passionate and caring community of teachers, parents and students. You will thrive in a smaller school setting where you can form strong relationships and be actively involved in all aspects of the school life. You will be supported by a well-established, knowledgeable and caring team. This will be a highly rewarding environment to share your expertise and passion for supporting and leading others.

What you need to do now

Please submit an expression of interest, including a generic CV and you will be contacted to discuss the position in full and a detail information package and selection criteria will be provided. Please contact Lincoln Gould from Hays Education for all queries.

E: lincoln.gould@hays.com.au

T: 02 8226 9769

28/02/19

The Maria Montessori School 

The Maria Montessori School is the exemplar school of the Maria Montessori Institute. Catering for children between the ages of 2 and 12 years the school is based across various sites in North West and West London, UK.

With a 50 year tradition of AMI Montessori as both a school and training institute, we are deeply committed to Montessori’s vision for the child.

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Head of School to provide leadership and cultivate a flourishing school community of children, parents and staff from September 2019. The successful candidate will hold an AMI Diploma for at least one level, have leadership experience, excellent verbal and written communication skills and a positive, energetic approach to problem solving, combined with a flair for team building.

This is an exciting opportunity to become a key member of an historic organisation that is a focal point and resource centre for Montessori education in the UK through schools, training, parental and other forms of outreach. Interested candidates should request an application form from Jacqui Alexander at jacqui@mariamontessori.org.

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Ladybird Montessori Nursery are currently recruiting Montessori staff of all levels at this brand new, Ofsted Registered Nursery

Location: Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham

Salary: Competitive Salary based upon experience 

Start Date: November 2018

Ladybird Montessori Nursery is looking for inspirational, professional and dedicated nursery staff to work alongside our supportive, leadership team to implement and develop exceptional care at this brand new nursery.

The role will allow you to provide and create a stimulating and educational environment for all children, whilst teaching and implementing the Montessori philosophy. You must have a love of young children, knowledge of the Montessori ethos and must be committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children.

Applicants should have:

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification or equivalent 

• Montessori Qualification

• Motivated and reliable

• Passionate about Early Years

• Creative and able to adapt to a fun and inspiring way of working

Desirable for Management roles : 

• Minimum 2 years Management experience 

• Experience of achieving a “Good” or “Outstanding” Ofsted result

• Experience setting up a new nursery (Desirable)

• Ability to lead and motivate a team

As a valued member of staff, you will have access to:

• Competitive salaries

• Opportunities for progression within the nursery group

• Brand new, well-designed facilities for staff and children

• Great Resources for your setting

• A fantastic support network 

• Pension Scheme

• Generous holiday allowance

• Assistance with relocation +/- accommodation for new graduates

We have a commitment to all staff to support and extend their professional practice and knowledge, and will provide ongoing training, as well as a supportive and friendly working environment.

We are conveniently located near both regional train stations as well as well serviced bus routes

Please send your CV as soon as possible to discuss the opportunities available and to arrange an interview for as soon as you are available. 

Email: nadia.alishah@outlook.com

Ladybird Montessori Nursery Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer Recruitment training has been carried out and background checks and an enhanced DBS will be required.

30/09/19

The Maria Montessori School 

The Maria Montessori School is the exemplar school of the Maria Montessori Institute. Catering for children between the ages of 2 and 12 years the school is based across various sites in North West and West London, UK.

With a 50 year tradition of AMI Montessori as both a school and training institute, we are deeply committed to Montessori’s vision for the child.

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Head of School to provide leadership and cultivate a flourishing school community of children, parents and staff from September 2019. The successful candidate will hold an AMI Diploma for at least one level, have leadership experience, excellent verbal and written communication skills and a positive, energetic approach to problem solving, combined with a flair for team building.

This is an exciting opportunity to become a key member of an historic organisation that is a focal point and resource centre for Montessori education in the UK through schools, training, parental and other forms of outreach. Interested candidates should request an application form from Jacqui Alexander at jacqui@mariamontessori.org.

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Montessori Teachers & Classroom Assistant Teachers

Full-time & Part- time Montessori Teachers and Classroom Assistant Teachers required for established NW London Montessori Junior School and Nurseries.

We are looking for newly qualified or experienced teachers for the ages 3-6.

We are one of the longest established Montessori schools in the UK (est. 1982) with a passion and dedication to the Montessori Method in its true sense.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Please contact: 020 7328 8986 or email your CV to: rms@rainbowmontessori.co.uk

31/10/19

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Living Spring Montessori Nursery (Cricklewood, London)

Position: 3-6 Montessori Qualified Directress                 

Living Spring Montessori Nursery in London is looking to hire a 3-6 Montessori qualified directress for our Children’s House - age ranging between 2 ½ -5 years.

Previous work experience within an accredited Montessori Nursery is desirable. 

Applicants should have UK/ EU residency or a valid UK Work Permit. We will consider sponsoring overseas candidates who meet our criteria for employment.

Start Date: ASAP

To apply, please sending your full CV or Resume to:

info@livingspringmontessori.com

Visit our website on www.livingspringmontessori.com

Tel: +44 208 8307331

31/05/19

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Experienced and qualified Montessori directness for 2-5 year olds needed 

Due to expansion we are looking for an additional Montessori directress to join our happy school in North East London

This is a full-time position to begin in September or October 2018

Own small class of children with a classroom assistant 
Beautiful classrooms and outdoor spaces

We are looking for someone who can join our happy and friendly team of staff
Someone who has passion for Montessori methodology, who is flexible and enthusiastic

Good career opportunities for the right person 

Application: wmsadmissions@aol.com

31/08/2019

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Joyful Faces Nursery (London)

Positions: Montessori Teacher, 0-3 & 3-6

Qualifications:

- AMI Diploma Assistants to Infancy (0 - 3) 

- AMI Diploma Children’s House (3 – 6)

- AMI Assistants Certificates (0 - 3) & (3 - 6)

Location: London SE24

Hours: 7.30am to 5.30pm or 8am to 6pm (Full time)

Duties: Applicant will demonstrate expertise in creating, developing and implementing core lesson plans to meet the individual and specific emotional, educational, social and cognitive requirements of toddlers/preschool.

To use education based on set lesson plans to motivate and stimulate children. Accurate record keeping of children’s development and monitor children’s progress as a group and one – on – one involvement in child – centred activities.

To work in partnership with parents/Carer. Deep insight into organising each day’s activities that provides children with varieties of experiences, opportunities aimed at developing children’s curiosity, initiative and problem – solving skills.

Knowledge: EYFS Framework, Safeguarding and Health/Safety procedures very essential.

Persons Specification: Patience, loving, well organised, excellent communicator, flexible, excellent ability to observe children, good role Model, a good leader, curious and to monitor that the classroom is maintained at all times. Applicant must trust the Montessori Method.

Salary: Negotiable but dependent on qualification and experience

DBS, references highly essential

CVs to: joyfulfacesnursery@gmail.com

15/06/19

Chapel Grange Montessori Nursery School

Position: Montessori Teacher

We are looking for a dedicated, reliable and enthusiastic Montessori Teacher who has a strong passion for providing quality childcare and a healthy learning environment for all children. They must be reliable, self-motivated, flexible, and have the children’s best interests at heart.

The candidate must be Montessori qualified, committed and professional.

This is a full-time role (flexible shifts between the hours of 8 am and 6 pm, usually about 41 hours per week) .

Key responsibilities will include:

• Safeguard and promote the health, safety and welfare of all children
  
• Adherence to all the nursery’s policies and procedures.
  
• Taking on Key Person responsibilities including: tracking children’s progress, observing, planning and implementing the skills development of the children in accordance with the Montessori and EYFS Curriculum.
  
• Liaising with and forming strong partnerships with parents/carers, including taking part in developmental progress review meetings and providing daily feedback to parents/carers.

Key Attributes of an applicant include:

• Organised, reliable and a good communicator, with the ability to work on own initiative.
  
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Good understanding of planning, observation, assessment and evaluation.
  
• Ability to work together with other team members to create a fun, stimulating/engaging and welcoming Montessori environment both indoors and outdoors.
  
• A team player actively participating in day to day activities and identifying areas of improvement within the nursery.
  
• Creative and keen to use creativity and initiative around the nursery and a willingness to be involved in extracurricular activities and events.
  
• A caring and nurturing attitude towards children to bring out the best in them.
  
• Passionate about providing the highest quality of childcare.
  
• Willingness to access in-house and external training and career development opportunities.
  

Ideally have:

• Montessori Qualification
  
• Paediatric First Aid Qualification
  
• Basic Safeguarding Level 2
  
• Food Hygiene Level 2
  

Position available from: August/September 2018

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications

If you are offered the position:

You will undergo a 6-month probationary period.

You will be provided with a free DBS check and uniform.

Please apply by emailing your CV/Resume for the attention of Kate Walker at wilmslow@chapelgrange.co.uk

31/08/19

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Leavesden Montessori House (Watford)

Position: 3-6 Montessori Directress and 0-3/3-6 Montessori Assistant

As we are currently experiencing strong demand at Leavesden Montessori House we have additional vacancies for the following team members:

 Newly qualified or Experienced Montessori Director/Directress for either 0-3 or 3-6 age groups

 0-3 or 3-6 Montessori Assistant for both our Infant Community and Casa rooms

Based in Watford minutes away from London by train. 

Fully committed, enthusiastic hardworking individuals required.

Need to have a Positive, reflective and flexible attitude

Working knowledge of the application of Montessori principles

EYFS knowledge

Only EU applications considered.

For the right candidates, a very competitive salary package will be offered which includes private health care, hot lunches, healthy snacks, supporting for further training.

Leavesden Montessori House is recognised as exceptional and have had strong positive feedback from the parents. Recruitment is done throughout the year. Additional details available upon receipt of application.

Leavesden Montessori House

www.leavesdenmontessori,org.uk

Email: admin@leavesdenmontessori.org.uk

Phone: 01923 801331           Mobile: 07962 058712

15/06/19

Kia Mena Montessori Preschool (Beckenham, Kent)

Position: Qualified Montessori teacher 

We are currently seeking to appoint a qualified Montessori teacher (students will be considered). We are based in a wonderful setting in Beckenham, Kent. This is a full time position from September 2018. 

Please contact Sharon Hudson on: 

07713431527 or email kiamena@talktalkbusiness.net. 

15/08/18

Assistants to Infancy (0 - 3) and Casa or Primary (3 - 6) Guides

We are opening our new Montessori Preschool in Chile and we are looking for passionate and experienced English-speaking assistants to infancy and casa guides to help us implement authentic Montessori learning at its best.
Requirements:

•       Montessori training certificate, 2-year work experience minimum
•       Nursery or primary teaching certificate
•       Native English
•       Love for children
•       Great attitude towards colleagues

If you are interested in joining us and experiencing Montessori in Chile, send us an email to loreto.figueroa@mahay.cl or explore our website www.mahay.cl

30/11/18

The Montessori 312 school

Montessori 6-12 English Language Teacher

The Montessori 312 school, bilingual French-English, is looking for an English Speaking, Montessori 6-12 certified Teacher on a full-time job basis (30 hours a week) starting January 2019.

The school opened recently in a magnificent working environment and is located in the international district of Geneva, Switzerland. Montessori 312 school was specifically conceived and designed for the Montessori Pedagogy.

At present we have 75 children with diverse nationalities and backgrounds. To learn more about our 6-12 classroom please follow this link on Vimeo https://vimeo.com/261275146

Montessori experienced teachers and team live and let live our students, aged 3 to 12, the values of the Montessori Pedagogy. Our fully equipped three classes, (two of 3-6 years and one of 6-12 years), are jointly run by two lead Guides (an English speaker and a French speaker) supported by Montessori assistant. Montessori 312 school upholds the “Association Montessori International” (AMI) criteria.

Joining our school’s team of teachers will give you the opportunity to invest and enhance your own Montessori experience and be involved in the planned extension of the 6-12 section. You will work in connection with an AMI Training Center and you will share the classroom responsibility with a Montessori French-speaking AMI guide. The 6-12 English language teacher will work under the supervision of the academic director with an oversight from the board of directors.

Beside what is stated above, the minimum requirement to apply would be an official Montessori 6- 12 certification and a minimum of 3 years of experience. Being conversational in French is a requirement for an optimal functioning on the class

Employment conditions at our School are attractive and will evolve. For external candidates please note that hiring qualified persons is subject to obtaining a work permit from Swiss authorities. This said the school’s admin team can be of good help.

If you believe you meet the criteria we are looking for, please send in your résumé and a short letter of motivation to remisecandidature@gmail.com

For more information on the school, visit our web site www.montessori312.ch

15/01/19