Job Description – Nursery Teacher

GFH Alia National School – Kingdom of Bahrain

Department: Early Years.
Position: Nursery Teacher.
Reports To: Head of Early Years.
Age Group: 2–3 years.
Employment Type: Full-Time.

Job Purpose:

The Nursery Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment that supports the development of young children during their early years.

The role focuses on promoting children’s social, emotional, physical, cognitive, communication, and independence skills through play-based learning, structured activities, and positive relationships.

As an inclusive school, GFH Alia National School is committed to ensuring that every child, including those with additional learning and developmental needs, receives appropriate support to reach their individual potential.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching and Learning:

Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate, play-based learning experiences aligned with the school’s Early Years curriculum.
Develop weekly and daily lesson plans that support children’s developmental milestones.
Introduce early literacy, numeracy, language, sensory exploration, creativity, and problem-solving through practical activities.
Promote learning through storytelling, music, movement, arts and crafts, imaginative play, and outdoor exploration.
Establish consistent classroom routines that help children develop confidence, independence, and security.
Adapt teaching methods and classroom activities to accommodate different abilities, interests, and developmental stages.
Encourage curiosity, creativity, exploration, and active participation.

Child Development and Assessment:

Observe, monitor, and document each child’s developmental progress.
Maintain individual learning portfolios, observation records, and developmental assessments.
Identify potential developmental delays, communication difficulties, or additional learning needs and report concerns through the appropriate school channels.
Collaborate with the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) and relevant specialists to implement individualized support strategies.
Prepare progress reports and participate in parent-teacher conferences.
Use ongoing observations to adjust learning experiences according to individual needs.

Inclusion and Special Educational Needs:

Create an inclusive classroom environment that respects individual differences and promotes a sense of belonging.
Support children with autism, ADHD, speech and language delays, sensory processing difficulties, and other developmental needs.
Implement recommended classroom accommodations and individualized learning strategies.
Work collaboratively with SENCOs, therapists, learning support assistants, and shadow teachers.
Use visual schedules, communication supports, sensory strategies, and positive behaviour approaches when appropriate.
Encourage peer interaction, social participation, and independence among all children.
Apply appropriate strategies to support emotional regulation and manage challenging behaviours positively.

Classroom Management and Child Wellbeing:

Maintain a safe, organized, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate classroom.
Establish positive relationships with children based on patience, respect, warmth, and consistency.
Support children’s emotional development and help them manage transitions, separation anxiety, and daily routines.
Teach essential self-help skills, including toileting, handwashing, personal hygiene, feeding, and tidying up.
Supervise children during classroom activities, playtime, meals, rest periods, and transitions.
Follow the school’s safeguarding, child protection, health, safety, and hygiene procedures.
Respond appropriately to accidents, incidents, or behavioural concerns and complete the required documentation.

Parent Communication:

Establish professional and positive relationships with parents and caregivers.
Provide regular updates on children’s learning, behaviour, wellbeing, and developmental progress.
Communicate concerns promptly and sensitively through approved school communication channels.
Encourage parental involvement in children’s learning and development.
Maintain confidentiality regarding children and their families.

Teamwork and Professional Responsibilities:

Work closely with teaching assistants and support staff to ensure effective classroom delivery.
Provide clear guidance to classroom assistants regarding daily responsibilities and student support.
Collaborate with colleagues in planning activities, school events, and developmental programmes.
Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, training workshops, and school events.
Maintain accurate attendance, assessment, planning, and classroom records.
Participate actively in the school’s continuous improvement and quality assurance initiatives.
Demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, flexibility, and commitment to the school’s values.

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Nursery Education, Education, or a closely related field.
A recognized teaching qualification appropriate for the early years age group.
Proficiency in spoken and written English.
Knowledge of early childhood developmental milestones and age-appropriate teaching practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

Training or certification in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Montessori, or another recognized early childhood education framework.
Additional training in inclusive education, autism awareness, or special educational needs.
Training in paediatric first aid, safeguarding, or positive behaviour support.

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of relevant teaching experience in a nursery, preschool, or early childhood setting preferred.
Experience working in an inclusive educational environment is an advantage.
Experience supporting children with speech delays, developmental delays, or additional learning needs is desirable.

Required Skills and Competencies:

Strong understanding of early childhood development.
Warm, patient, nurturing, and compassionate approach.
Excellent classroom management and organizational skills.
Ability to create engaging, creative, and sensory-rich learning experiences.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to children’s emotional and developmental needs.
Commitment to inclusive education and differentiated teaching.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Strong observation, documentation, and reporting skills.
Cultural sensitivity and respect for individual differences.
Ability to remain calm and professional when managing challenging situations.

Safeguarding and Professional Conduct:

The Nursery Teacher must:

Place children’s safety, dignity, wellbeing, and best interests at the centre of all decisions.
Follow the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies at all times.
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with children, parents, and colleagues.
Report safeguarding concerns immediately through designated school procedures.
Ensure that children are always appropriately supervised and accounted for.
Use positive, respectful, and non-punitive approaches to behaviour management.
Respect the confidentiality of student information and school records.

Performance Expectations:

The Nursery Teacher’s performance will be assessed based on:

Quality of lesson planning and delivery.
Children’s developmental progress and engagement.
Effectiveness of classroom management and daily routines.
Implementation of inclusive teaching practices.
Quality and accuracy of assessment records.
Communication and collaboration with parents and colleagues.
Adherence to safeguarding, health, and safety standards.
Professionalism, reliability, and participation in school improvement activities.

Working Conditions:

Full-time position based at GFH Alia National School, Kingdom of Bahrain.
Working hours and duties are determined by the school’s operational requirements.
The role involves active supervision, floor-based play, indoor and outdoor activities, and supporting children’s daily care needs.
Participation in school activities, training, and parent meetings may be required.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

GFH Alia National School is an inclusive educational community committed to recognizing the unique abilities, strengths, and needs of every child.

The Nursery Teacher is expected to uphold the school’s philosophy of providing an environment where all children feel safe, respected, supported, and valued.

“Every child is known. Every child belongs.”

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