Lifeguard – Yasmina American School (AY25-26)

Aldar Academies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 111,600 - 167,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical cover

Housing

Free child school places

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Aldar Education is looking for a Lifeguard (Female) for Yasmina American School in Abu Dhabi, starting August 2025. You will supervise the swimming pool, ensure safety for all users, and maintain operational standards.

The ideal candidate must be trained DAC Lifeguard certified, possess a relevant degree, and have at least two years' experience in schools. We offer a competitive remuneration package including medical cover and free child school places.

Qualifications

• Trained and qualified DAC or equivalent Lifeguard (EIAC ADQCC) is mandatory.
• At least two years of experience in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain full supervision of the swimming pool and its users.
• Ensure safety of swimmers, parents, and staff.
• Conduct pool checks and coordinate with maintenance.
• Attend mandatory monthly training sessions.

Skills

Proficient swimmer

Good verbal and written communication skills in English

Flexible in approach to work

Ability to respond professionally

Team collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in related subjects

Job description

Lifeguard – Yasmina American School (AY25-26)

Job Description

Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Lifeguard (Female) for Yasmina American School in Abu Dhabi to start in August 2025.

Yasmina American School is located in the heart of Khalifa City A, and is committed to providing every child with an exceptional education that’s both high‑quality and affordable. With a comprehensive American curriculum from Pre‑KG to Grade 5, we focus on unlocking each child’s potential in a supportive and engaging environment.

Our passionate teachers and state‑of‑the‑art facilities create the ideal setting for academic excellence and personal development. At Yasmina American School, we make outstanding education accessible, equipping your child to thrive in and beyond the classroom.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.

Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintain full supervision of the swimming pool and its users from the designated positions in the PSOP.
• Ensuring pools checks are completed and recorded before and after the lessons where applicable and liaising with maintenance teams where corrective action needs to be made.
• Managing and ensuring the safety of swimmers, parents, pupils, teachers, staff and any other people on site.
• To support teachers and coaches with administrative tasks and offering excellent customer service support at all times.
• To read, understand and work within the Normal Operating Procedure and Emergency Action Plan (Pool Safety Operating Procedure) that is supplied by the school.
• To work within the Health & Safety, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) and Risk Assessment guidelines that is supplied by the school.
• To carry out safety/operational equipment and resource checks where requested and report findings in appropriate documentation. All documentation is to be supplied by the school.
• To manoeuvre, set‑up and dismantle equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with an induction that is performed either by the school.
• To help maintain a safe and secure environment through observation and provision of guidance and emergency assistance when required.
• To report any concerns about any areas of operation to the relevant line manager.
• Attending mandatory monthly training sessions to maintain knowledge, fitness and skills required to carry out your duties.
• To carry out pool tests as per the PSOP, in accordance with their training and induction.
• To represent Aldar Education in a professional and positive manner at all times, adhering to the company values.
• To support the PE department with day to day tasks and whole school events when not required at poolside.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Mandatory: Trained and qualified DAC or equivalent Lifeguard (EIAC ADQCC)
• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in related subjects

Minimum Experience:

• At least two‑year experience in School field

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Flexible in approach to work.
• Must be a proficient swimmer.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Must be physically fit and able to work outdoors.
• Must be able to respond appropriately & professionally to everyone you interact with in all manners, including face‑to‑face and over the phone.
• Able to work as part of a team, sharing ideas, giving and receiving feedback.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Aldar Education is a family of world‑class, child centred, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 34,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child school places. Our future‑focused learning model includes both students and staff so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training.

Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.

Aldar Education is keen to hear from like‑minded, forward thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenges and opportunities that we have to offer.

This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.

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.