Teaching Center Assistant at British Council

, , Mauritius -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

12575.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supervision, Communication, Child Safety, Classroom Assistance, Administrative Tasks, Event Organization, Bilingual Skills

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity. Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. We connect. We inspire. The British Council is seeking a Teaching Center Assistant to support its Teaching Centre in delivering a safe, engaging, and well-organized learning environment for children. Key Responsibilities: Supervises young learners before, during, and after classes, ensuring safety and appropriate behaviour across all areas of the premises. Supports teachers with classroom setup and occasional in-class assistance. Communicates with parents regarding absences, late pickups, and general queries, acting as a liaison between families and the Teaching Centre. Assists with administrative tasks including the distribution of badges, registers, certificates, and other course-related documentation. Helps organize and deliver Young Learner events and supports the creation of displays and parent meetings. Candidate Profile: Demonstrates experience in supervising or working with children. Possesses strong communication skills in English and French. Holds a minimum of a school-leaving qualification. Is responsible, proactive, and committed to maintaining a child-safe environment. Further Information: • Must have the permanent right to live and work in Mauritius • Job type: 20 working hours per week • Salary: from 10 921,- MUR to 12 575,- MUR gross monthly depending on successful candidate's experience and qualifications. • Contract: One year fixed term contract • Location: Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Mauritius • Closing Date: November 02, 2025 This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to contribute to a dynamic, international educational setting. A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities. Safeguarding Statement The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children. If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org

Responsibilities

The Teaching Center Assistant supervises young learners and supports teachers in creating a safe and engaging learning environment. They also communicate with parents and assist with administrative tasks related to the Teaching Centre.