Position: Marketing and Communications Officer
Contract: Permanent position
Start date: ASAP
Hours: Term-time plus weeks, Monday – Friday, 38 hours per week (Flexible work arrangements available during school holiday periods)
Classification: Level 4—Level 5 ($35.49 – $40.36 per hour), depending on qualifications and experience.
Applications close: 9am Tuesday 22 April. Please note that applications for this role may be considered as they are received and an appointment made prior to the advertising close date.
About the Role
We seek to appoint a qualified and experienced Marketing and Communications Officer for a permanent position. This role will oversee parent communications, whole school marketing, and events, as well as provide administrative support for senior management and the wider school community. We warmly welcome a dynamic and engaging officer with a positive demeanour, a flexible approach and a willingness to embrace the Montessori Philosophy.
To be successful, you will have:
• Experience working within a school environment and/or understanding the nuances of school marketing and how it differs from that of other industries.
• A current Childcare First Aid & CPR certificate or willingness to obtain with BMS in July.
• A current Blue Card or undertake employment screening for child-related employment and maintain a positive Blue Card or willingness to obtain prior to starting.
• Experience with customer service and administration is highly valued.
• Ability to manage events for the school and broader community, ie, tours and observations, open days, individual planes and community events.
• Highly developed and adaptive written communication skills with the ability to maintain strong attention to detail and take pride in the quality of work produced.
• An exceptional ability to edit and proofread and high proficiency in producing quality written content at short notice and/or under time sensitivity.
• Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with staff and stakeholders across the school community and liaise with people at all levels in an informative, accurate and positive manner.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise, organise, and complete work within established deadlines and maintain a consistent level of professionalism.
• Sound knowledge of the Microsoft 365 suite.
• Ability to project manage marketing projects effectively within a busy team environment and to also work unsupervised.
• Strong website / social media publishing skills.
• Undertake Ad-Hoc administrative duties as requested by the Business Manager.
• An understanding of the school’s vision, objectives and workplace values (previous experience in Montessori environments or schools will be valued).
Applications are to be made to the attention of Gail Davis, Business Manager and should include the following:
• Up-to-date resume
• Cover Letter
• At least two confidential referee contact details (By submitting this application, you agree that our staff can contact your referees (if required) prior to our preliminary screening.)
Our School
Nestled in the leafy grounds of Fig Tree Pocket, wrapped by Brisbane River, Brisbane Montessori School began its journey in 1984 with just five children, one dedicated volunteer teacher, and a humble verandah as their first classroom. From these modest beginnings, our school has flourished into one of Australia’s largest Montessori institutions, offering a dynamic, child-centered education for students from 15 months to 16 years. With exciting plans underway to establish a senior school by 2026, we continue to grow, innovate, and inspire a love of lifelong learning.
We believe that the world needs curious, creative, compassionate, global thinkers. That is why our vision is to be a school for families committed to an excellent education in a Montessori environment. More information about our school can be found at www.bms.qld.edu.au.
What Can We Offer Our Employees?
• Working Conditions within an Enterprise Agreement
• Opportunity to work within a beautiful, highly regarded Montessori setting
• July 2025 renewal of First Aid, CPR training and support
• Ongoing Professional Development opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Assistant Program
Join an authentic Montessori school community today!
