Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Active Supervision: Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area, ensuring students are monitored at all times during swimming lessons and extracurricular activities.
• Safety Enforcement: Enforce all pool safety rules and school policies to prevent accidents and maintain a safe, orderly environment.
• Emergency Response: Serve as the first responder in the event of an accident or medical emergency; perform water rescues and provide First Aid/CPR/AED as required.
• Facility Maintenance: Perform daily checks of water quality (pH/chlorine levels), water clarity, and general pool hygiene; report any equipment defects or safety hazards to the Facility Manager immediately.
• Support: Assist the swimming coaches and PE staff with the setup and dismantling of equipment for lessons and events.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate incident reports, rescue logs, and water quality testing logs in accordance with school and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Professional Certification: Current, internationally recognized Lifeguard certification (e.g., RLSS, Highfield, or equivalent).
• Medical/Safety: Valid First Aid and CPR/AED certification (must be valid within the UAE).
• Experience: Previous experience working as a lifeguard, preferably in a school or high-traffic commercial pool environment.
• Competency: Strong swimming ability and physical fitness to perform rescue duties under pressure.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) or equivalent health and safety guidelines for school swimming pools.
• Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and authoritatively with students and staff regarding safety protocols.

Benefits

Desired Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Professional Certification: Current, internationally recognized Lifeguard certification (e.g., RLSS, Highfield, or equivalent).
• Medical/Safety: Valid First Aid and CPR/AED certification (must be valid within the UAE).
• Experience: Previous experience working as a lifeguard, preferably in a school or high-traffic commercial pool environment.
• Competency: Strong swimming ability and physical fitness to perform rescue duties under pressure.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) or equivalent health and safety guidelines for school swimming pools.
• Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and authoritatively with students and staff regarding safety protocols.