Play Facilitator

About the Role

NESTT is a lifestyle destination built around play, learning, creativity, wellbeing, and community. The team is hiring a Play Facilitator to design and run engaging experiences for children, with a focus on workshops, sensory activities, and educational play.

Role Overview

In this position, you will guide structured play-based sessions that encourage children to explore, create, and learn in a safe and uplifting setting. The work includes sensory exploration, edible workshops, creative activities, and themed learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sensory, educational, and creative workshops for children.
• Run activities such as sensory play, edible experiences, arts and crafts, STEM sessions, and themed learning programs.
• Help support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth through structured play.
• Set up, arrange, and care for workshop materials and activity stations.
• Maintain a secure, tidy, and inviting space for children and families.
• Assist with birthday parties, community gatherings, seasonal events, and special activations.
• Develop positive connections with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Act as a representative of NESTT’s values and focus on excellent guest experiences.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience working with children between 0 and 10 years old.
• Prior exposure to schools, nurseries, early learning centres, enrichment programs, camps, museums, activity centres, or similar settings.
• A background in Early Childhood Education, Teaching, Child Development, Psychology, Special Education, Occupational Therapy, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Experience leading workshops, group activities, or educational programs.
• Good knowledge of child development and learning through play.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• A creative, energetic, nurturing, and highly organized approach.
• Fluency in English is required; additional languages are beneficial.
• First Aid and Child Safeguarding certifications are considered an advantage.

What We Offer

• Training and professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative team environment with a clear sense of purpose.
• Room for career growth in an expanding concept.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package.
• The chance to contribute positively to children’s development every day.

Application Note

Interested candidates may send their CV to emmalyn@nestt.ae. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.