Job Description
Teacher / Assistant Teacher
Based in Mumbai
Full Time / Permanent Opportunity
Salary
Purpose of the Role:
To be a primary caregiver for a specific group of children, responsible for delivering exceptional care and education, and being the main point of contact for the family in order to build a close, secure attachment with the child.
To support children’s learning and development in partnership with parents, documenting children's experiences daily, planning for their next steps and evaluating their progress.
Key Tasks:
Keep everyone safe by following BHFS policies, procedures, practices, and behaviours that promote a safety culture
Meet the individual dietary, health, comfort and care needs of each individual child
Work in partnership with parents / carers and other professionals
Have a child cantered approach, ensuring the curriculum and planning cycle meets the needs of all children and their interests.
Maintain accurate and effective children’s records and completion of progress checks
Practice positive behaviour management techniques
Support and promote diversity and equality
Work as part of a team towards a common goal, demonstrating appropriate behaviour and expectations
Demonstrate the HEART principles in everyday working life
Demonstrate a proactive approach using your initiative and showing resilience to take responsibility for getting things done
Attend staff meetings and training sessions including all mandatory training
Drive own development through active participation in appraisals and one to ones, requesting supervision meetings where required
Promote the centre to current parents and potential customers, taking a BOLD approach to stand out amongst competitors
Use reflection to proactively take on board new ideas and initiatives including feedback from colleagues and external professionals
Essential Qualifications
A University Degree
Paediatric First Aid qualification (Desirable)
Experience Required:
Early Years, Child Care Experience and/or other teaching qualification
Experience working with young children either in a professional home base or early years provision
A good record of on-going training
Desired Experience:
Understand child development in order to support all children including children with disabilities.
Good knowledge of the Revised Early Years Foundation Stage and Welfare Requirements
Knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures
Understand the importance of and fulfil the role of a key person
Good literacy, numeracy and ICT skills to support families in a highly educated workforce
Highly effective in working as a team player
Able to work in partnership with parents and other professionals
Ability to support children’s transitions
Resilience and determination to succeed in the face of pressure and difficulties.
Identify concerns and resolve complex dilemmas in a fair, open and reasoned manner
Information search skills to gather many different kinds of information by a variety of means
Personal Attributes
Empathy and an ability to understand a child’s view
Communicate clearly with both children and adults using a variety of techniques.
Encourage team effort, support cohesion and champion motivation
Reflect on and respond positively to direction to improve own performance.
Know when to seek advice and support
Demonstrate a proactive approach and take responsibility for getting things done.
Self-manage time, be flexible, adaptable and embrace new ways of doing things.
Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. If you share our passion, values, and have most of the skills listed, we encourage you to apply – as you may be just what we are looking for! Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted as essential within the advert.
Based in Mumbai
Full Time / Permanent Opportunity
Salary
Purpose of the Role:
To be a primary caregiver for a specific group of children, responsible for delivering exceptional care and education, and being the main point of contact for the family in order to build a close, secure attachment with the child.
To support children’s learning and development in partnership with parents, documenting children's experiences daily, planning for their next steps and evaluating their progress.
Key Tasks:
Keep everyone safe by following BHFS policies, procedures, practices, and behaviours that promote a safety culture
Meet the individual dietary, health, comfort and care needs of each individual child
Work in partnership with parents / carers and other professionals
Have a child cantered approach, ensuring the curriculum and planning cycle meets the needs of all children and their interests.
Maintain accurate and effective children’s records and completion of progress checks
Practice positive behaviour management techniques
Support and promote diversity and equality
Work as part of a team towards a common goal, demonstrating appropriate behaviour and expectations
Demonstrate the HEART principles in everyday working life
Demonstrate a proactive approach using your initiative and showing resilience to take responsibility for getting things done
Attend staff meetings and training sessions including all mandatory training
Drive own development through active participation in appraisals and one to ones, requesting supervision meetings where required
Promote the centre to current parents and potential customers, taking a BOLD approach to stand out amongst competitors
Use reflection to proactively take on board new ideas and initiatives including feedback from colleagues and external professionals
Essential Qualifications
A University Degree
Paediatric First Aid qualification (Desirable)
Experience Required:
Early Years, Child Care Experience and/or other teaching qualification
Experience working with young children either in a professional home base or early years provision
A good record of on-going training
Desired Experience:
Understand child development in order to support all children including children with disabilities.
Good knowledge of the Revised Early Years Foundation Stage and Welfare Requirements
Knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures
Understand the importance of and fulfil the role of a key person
Good literacy, numeracy and ICT skills to support families in a highly educated workforce
Highly effective in working as a team player
Able to work in partnership with parents and other professionals
Ability to support children’s transitions
Resilience and determination to succeed in the face of pressure and difficulties.
Identify concerns and resolve complex dilemmas in a fair, open and reasoned manner
Information search skills to gather many different kinds of information by a variety of means
Personal Attributes
Empathy and an ability to understand a child’s view
Communicate clearly with both children and adults using a variety of techniques.
Encourage team effort, support cohesion and champion motivation
Reflect on and respond positively to direction to improve own performance.
Know when to seek advice and support
Demonstrate a proactive approach and take responsibility for getting things done.
Self-manage time, be flexible, adaptable and embrace new ways of doing things.
Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. If you share our passion, values, and have most of the skills listed, we encourage you to apply – as you may be just what we are looking for! Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted as essential within the advert.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Teacher | Teaching Assistant Bright Horizons UK position is now open for candidates interested in the Labour/Helper Jobs sector. This role in Mumbai offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Labour/Helper Jobs is a plus.