Safeguarding Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

Swimming Coach Role Profile

Purpose of Role

The Swimming Coach is responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing high-quality swimming instruction in line with the British Curriculum Physical Education framework, while ensuring full compliance with ADEK health, safety, and safeguarding requirements. The role supports students' physical development, water confidence, and life-saving skills within a safe and inclusive learning environment.

About the School:

Aspen Heights British School (AHBS) is a truly inclusive school based on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to ensuring all children are provided with personalised learning experiences and the proper support to ensure they can make progress in learning in all areas.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver structured swimming lessons aligned with the British Curriculum PE outcomes, including water safety, stroke development, and personal survival skills.

• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students of varying abilities, ages, and confidence levels.

• Assess student progress, provide feedback, and maintain accurate records of attainment and participation.

• Promote positive attitudes towards physical fitness, teamwork, and water safety.

• Ensure active supervision of students during all swimming sessions in collaboration with the School Lifeguard.

• Enforce pool safety rules, emergency procedures, and school policies in accordance with ADEK standards.

• Ensure appropriate student behavior and manage routines effectively during lessons.
  

• Follow all ADEK-related health, safety, and risk-assessment requirements for aquatic activities.

• Conduct pre-lesson safety checks of teaching areas and equipment.

• Report incidents, accidents, or concerns promptly and accurately following school procedures.

• Adhere strictly to the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy in line with ADEK expectations.

• Maintain professional boundaries and act as a positive role model at all times.

• Report any safeguarding or welfare concerns immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
  

• Work collaboratively with PE staff, lifeguards, and school leadership to ensure safe and effective lesson delivery.

• Communicate effectively with parents and staff when required regarding student progress and safety.

• Participate in school events, training, and professional development as required.

Other duties and responsibilities

Any other duties that the Head of PE may from time to time ask the post-holder to perform.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Educational Qualifications Required for the Role

• Valid Swimming Coaching Certification recognized in the UAE.

• Current First Aid and CPR Certification.

Minimum Years of Experience Required

• Proven experience teaching swimming, preferably in a school or youth-focused environment.

• Familiarity with the British Curriculum PE framework and age-appropriate swimming progression.

• Knowledge of ADEK health, safety, and safeguarding expectations in schools.

Other Requirements

• High level of vigilance, responsibility, and professionalism.

• Calm, decisive, and confident in emergency situations.

• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

• Physically fit with strong swimming and rescue capability.

• Cultural awareness and respect for the school community.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.