Lifeguard (Female) - Yasmina British Academy - Immediate Start

Role Overview

Lifeguard (Female) position at Yasmina British Academy, part of Aldar Education, based in the UAE, available for immediate start.

Company Overview

Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child-centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. The organization educates over 25,000 students across its group of owned and managed schools. The company places special emphasis on professional development, coaching, and training for all staff members.

Role Purpose

To maintain the safety and supervision of all pool users, support swimming instruction and PE activities, and ensure compliance with pool safety procedures and emergency protocols in accordance with ADEK guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

Pool Safety & Supervision

• Maintain full supervision of the swimming pool and its users from the designated station at all times.
• Manage and ensure the safety of swimmers, parents, pupils, teachers, staff, and any other persons on site.
• Ensure children are supervised at all times during pool activities.
• Help maintain a safe and secure environment through observation and provision of guidance and emergency assistance when required.
• Supporting class teachers and classroom assistants with the care and supervision of children prior to, during, and after lessons.

Pool Operations & Compliance

• Complete and record pool checks before and after lessons, where applicable, and liaise with maintenance teams where corrective action needs to be made.
• Read, understand, and work within the Normal Operating Procedure and Emergency Action Plan (PSOP—Pool Safety Operating Procedure) supplied by the school in line with ADEK guidelines.
• Work within the Health & Safety, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), and Risk Assessment guidelines supplied by the school.
• Carry out pool tests as per the PSOP, in accordance with training and induction.
• Carry out safety and operational equipment and resource checks where requested and report findings in appropriate documentation supplied by the school.
• Maneuver, set-up, and dismantle equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with an induction provided by the school.
• Report any concerns about any areas of operation to the relevant line manager or Swimming Instructor.

Teaching & Learning Support

• Support the coach and PE team in planning and delivering engaging lessons.
• Support teachers and Swimming Coach with administrative tasks and offering excellent customer service support at all times.
• Support the PE department with day-to-day tasks and whole school events when not required at poolside.
• Support in organizing and participating in galas and other sports-related activities.
• Supporting PE team in running extra-curricular provisions.

Behaviour Management & Safeguarding

• Follow the school's established policies and procedures, including behavior, NSOPs, code of conduct, and child safeguarding policy.
• Manage classes effectively, using approaches appropriate to students' needs in order to inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils.
• Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary, within the school's established policies.
• Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values, and behavior expected of pupils.
• Have high expectations of good conduct, promoting self-control and independence of all learners.
• Ensure a safe and secure environment that allows for appropriate social, emotional, and academic growth for all students.
• Carry out duties as directed and within the school's established policies.

Professional Standards & Development

• Represent Aldar Education in a professional and positive manner at all times, adhering to company values.
• Attend mandatory monthly training sessions to maintain knowledge, fitness, and skills required to carry out your duties.
• Take initiative of own professional development to secure high quality service and successful execution of roles and responsibilities.

Wider School Responsibilities

• Work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources, and special events linked to the team.
• Support in organizing and taking part in school events, outings, and extra-curricular activities (ECAs), which may take place at weekends or after school hours.
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.

Qualifications & Experience

• UAE approved (ADQCC) Swimming Coach or pool Lifeguard Certificate.
• First Aid Certificate and CPR knowledge.
• Competency as an instructor, able to support the needs of all learners.
• Qualification to teach swimming.
• Qualification as a lifeguard.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficient swimmer.
• CPR knowledge.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors.
• Flexible in approach to work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Arabic proficiency desired.
• High level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children.
• Able to work as part of a team, sharing ideas, giving and receiving feedback.
• Actively involved in co-curricular activities.

Additional Information

• Aldar Education is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• The organization encourages UAE Nationals to apply.
• Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
• Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.
• Application should include a covering letter and CV with details of two referees, to be sent via the careers page.
• This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.