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Role Overview
Lifeguard position at Pearl British Academy, part of Aldar Education, commencing August 2026. Based in the UAE.
Company Overview
Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child-centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. The group educates over 25,000 students across owned and managed schools. The organization places special emphasis on professional development, coaching, and training for staff.
Role Purpose
To ensure the safety and supervision of all swimmers and pool users, support the swimming coach and PE team in delivering engaging lessons and activities, and maintain a safe, secure pool environment in accordance with school policies and ADEK guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Pool Supervision & Safety
- Maintain full supervision of the swimming pool and its users from the designated station.
- Ensure pool checks are completed and recorded before and after lessons, where applicable.
- Liaise with maintenance teams where corrective action needs to be made.
- Manage and ensure the safety of swimmers, parents, pupils, teachers, staff, and any other persons on site.
- Help maintain a safe and secure environment through observation and provision of guidance and emergency assistance when required.
- Carry out pool tests as per the Pool Safety Operating Procedure, in accordance with training and induction.
- Carry out safety and operational equipment and resource checks where requested and report findings in appropriate documentation.
Teaching & Learning Support
- Support the coach and PE team in planning and delivering engaging lessons.
- Support teachers and the Swimming Coach with administrative tasks and offer excellent customer service support at all times.
- Ensure children are supervised at all times.
- Support class teachers and classroom assistants in the care and supervision of children prior to, during, and after lessons.
- Support the PE team in running extra-curricular provisions.
- Support in organizing and participating in galas and other sports-related activities.
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Read, understand, and work within the Normal Operating Procedure and Emergency Action Plan (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.
- Maneuver, set up, and dismantle equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with induction provided by the school.
- Report any concerns about any areas of operation to the relevant line manager or Swimming Instructor.
- Attend mandatory monthly training sessions to maintain knowledge, fitness, and skills required to carry out duties.
Behavior Management
- 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.
Wider Professional 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 which may take place at weekends or after school hours.
- Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.
- Take initiative of own professional development to secure high quality execution of roles and responsibilities.
- Represent Aldar Education in a professional and positive manner at all times, adhering to company values.
- Support the PE department with day-to-day tasks and whole school events when not required at poolside.
Qualifications & Experience
- UAE approved (ADQCC) Swimming Coach or pool Lifeguard Certificate.
- First Aid Certificate and CPR knowledge.
- Competent instructor, able to support the needs of all learners.
- Qualified to teach swimming.
- Qualified lifeguard.
Skills & Competencies
- Proficient swimmer.
- CPR knowledge.
- Flexible in approach to work.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Arabic proficiency desired.
- Physically fit and able to work outdoors.
- 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
Applicants should submit a covering letter and CV including details of two referees via the careers page.
Aldar Education is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. The organization encourages UAE Nationals in their application.
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.