Basketball Coach – Fortes Schools, Dubai (Performance-Oriented Role)

Whichschooladvisor; Dubai; On-site; AED 223,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortes Education in Dubai seeks an experienced Basketball Lead Coach to drive a high-performance pathway across Fortes Schools, from primary through Sixth Form. You will design, deliver, and continuously enhance training, preparing elite squads for local, national, and international fixtures.

The role requires a track record in building high-performing teams, strong session planning, and expertise in offensive/defensive strategies, with a commitment to safeguarding and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• FIBA-endorsed Level 2 Basketball Coaching Certificate or internationally recognised equivalent.
• Background as a competitive player or coach at elite or national level.
• Track record of building high-performing teams in schools, clubs, academies, or national systems.
• Experience in coaching or mentoring other staff or junior coaches.
• Understanding of strength and conditioning, injury prevention, and athlete recovery.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise, and deliver high-quality training sessions including early morning, lunchtime, and after-school squads.
• Lead and support curriculum basketball in collaboration with PE staff, ensuring alignment with learning outcomes and progression.
• Select and manage school squads for competitive fixtures across local, national, and international levels including DASSA, BSME, and World School Games.
• Fully commit to after-school and weekend fixtures as part of the competitive calendar.
• Participate in weekly sports department meetings and contribute to planning, programme development, and event coordination.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to remain up to date with coaching practices and safeguarding expectations.
• Support operational and administrative needs including squad organisation, fixture logistics, and overseas trip planning.
• Lead the marketing and promotion of basketball across Fortes schools, showcasing student success and driving visibility through social media and school platforms.
• Carry out additional tasks as directed by the Director of Sport in support of the school’s vision for excellence in sport

Skills

Coaching to elite level

Session planning

Player development

Performance analysis

Team leadership

Curriculum integration

Job description

Basketball Coach – Fortes Schools, Dubai (Performance-Oriented Role)

Fortes Education has been a leading provider of outstanding education in the UAE for over four decades, with a portfolio of premium international schools and nurseries. Our two through-schools, Sunmarke School and Regent International School, provide world-class education from FS1 to Year 13.

About Our Sports Programme

Across our schools, we are delivering a high-calibre, specialist-led sports programme that drives participation, develops talent, and raises the bar for performance.

With strong leadership and established competition pathways, we are now growing our coaching team to lead key sports into an ambitious new phase of excellence.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Basketball Lead Coach to drive the development of our basketball programme across Fortes Schools. This is a performance-focused role with a strong emphasis on preparing elite squads for local, national, and international competitions.

Working closely with the Director of Sport and Head of PE, the Basketball Lead Coach will design, deliver, and continuously enhance a high-performance pathway from primary through to Sixth Form. Your role will ensure that players are technically and tactically prepared to represent the school at the highest levels.

Professional Responsibilities :

Plan, organise, and deliver high-quality training sessions including early morning, lunchtime, and after-school squads

Lead and support curriculum basketball in collaboration with PE staff, ensuring alignment with learning outcomes and progression

Select and manage school squads for competitive fixtures across local, national, and international levels including DASSA, BSME, and World School Games

Fully commit to after-school and weekend fixtures as part of the competitive calendar

Participate in weekly sports department meetings and contribute to planning, programme development, and event coordination

Engage in ongoing professional development to remain up to date with coaching practices and safeguarding expectations

Support operational and administrative needs including squad organisation, fixture logistics, and overseas trip planning

Lead the marketing and promotion of basketball across Fortes schools, showcasing student success and driving visibility through social media and school platforms

Carry out additional tasks as directed by the Director of Sport in support of the school’s vision for excellence in sport

This is a pivotal appointment for our sports programme. The successful candidate will play a central role in creating a culture of excellence, discipline, and achievement in basketball across Fortes schools.

Requirements

Key Qualities and Requirements

FIBA-endorsed Level 2 Basketball Coaching Certificate or internationally recognised equivalent

Background as a competitive player or coach at elite or national level

A track record of building high-performing teams in schools, clubs, academies, or national systems

Demonstrated success preparing squads for school leagues and international tournaments

Strong session planning that develops individual skill, team cohesion, and competitive readiness

Expertise in positional development, offensive/defensive strategies, set plays, and performance analysis

Proven ability to coach under pressure and lead high-stakes fixtures

Experience in coaching or mentoring other staff or junior coaches

Ability to personalise coaching through individual development plans

Understanding of strength and conditioning, injury prevention, and athlete recovery

Passionate advocate for basketball and committed to establishing the sport as a flagship programme across both schools

Fortes Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a satisfactory International Child Protection Certificate, plus resident country Police checks.