Play Facilitator

About the Role

Skylime – Happy Minds is a dedicated space where neurodiverse children are encouraged to shine through play, exploration, and connection. The environment is intentionally designed to be a safe, welcoming haven for children and their families, fostering a strong sense of belonging and community. Skylime focuses on creating opportunities for children to enjoy themselves while building confidence and social skills in a supportive setting. The organization is committed to a culture of care, empathy, and understanding, with no judgments and a deep respect for each child’s unique strengths.

Role Description

The Play Facilitator is a full-time, on-site role based in Bengaluru, responsible for guiding and supporting children during structured and unstructured play sessions.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up play zones.
• Organize activities.
• Adapt games and materials to meet the sensory, social, and emotional needs of neurodiverse children.
• Observe children’s interactions.
• Encourage positive social engagement.
• Provide gentle support to help children regulate and participate meaningfully.
• Collaborate with caregivers.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive environment.
• Ensure that all children and families feel respected and welcomed.
• Perform basic data entry.
• Manage stock keeping.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of play areas.
• Contribute ideas for new activities and programs.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Availability to work full-time on-site in Bengaluru.
• Includes weekends or flexible hours as required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in educational, childcare, therapy, or recreational settings, preferably with neurodiverse children.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage children and collaborate effectively with families and team members.
• Ability to create a calm, non-judgmental, and inclusive environment, with patience, empathy, and emotional resilience.
• Basic understanding of neurodiversity, child development, or special education; willingness to learn and receive ongoing training.
• Skills in planning and facilitating play-based, sensory-friendly, and social activities tailored to diverse needs.
• Ability to maintain safety standards, respond appropriately in emergencies, and follow organizational policies and procedures.
• Minimum high school diploma.
• A degree or certification in psychology, special education, early childhood education, social work, or related fields is an advantage.