Basketball Coach Aldar Education

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

:Aldar Education is currently seeking a Basketball Coach to support our growing family of owned, operated and managed schools in the UAE . The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar Education family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi\'s leading school group.As the leading education group in Abu Dhabi, we provide inclusive and innovative learning that inspires and empowers communities. We offer a range of brands for all learners in our community, from nursery through to adult education. We offer the broadest choice of curricula. In the largest number of locations in Abu Dhabi.Starting with one school and 250 students in 2007, Aldar Education has grown into a highly sought-after education provider, now supporting over 38,000 students in 31 schools and a growing network of almost 5,000 educators, with over 100 nationalities, offering a wide range of curricula and ancillary services such as a Teacher Training Academy.Working collaboratively, our education network\'s purpose is to empower the next generation to shape our future, directly supporting the educational goals of Abu Dhabi\'s government. Today, Aldar Education\'s efforts are guided by the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan, which aims to build a sustainable knowledge-based economy through premium education.The incumbent will continuously strive to exceed internal & external customer expectations, while embracing the Aldar Education core values.The Basketball coach will be responsible for planning, organising, and delivering basketball training sessions to pupils at Aldar Education schools and academies. The coach will be responsible for designing and implementing training programmes for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced players, as well as overseeing fixtures, camps and tours.The incumbent should motivate and inspire players to reach their full potential and are keen and able to work collaboratively with schools and academies whilst embracing the values and vision of Aldar Education.Responsibilities:Main Duties:
  • Develops and implements a comprehensive training programme for the various basketball teams, including physical conditioning, skill development drills, and team strategy sessions.
  • Works with Aldar Education and Head of Sport within the Aldar Education schools and academies to schedule appropriate training sessions, fixtures and camps.
  • Makes effective use of facilities available, including at Aldar Education schools and academies.
  • Practices established safety procedures at all times in line with Aldar Education, the individual schools\' safeguarding policies, and risk assessment for basketball.
  • Collaborates with other coaches and staff members to develop a comprehensive athletic development programme for individuals, if requested.
Specific Duties:
  • Evaluates the progress of each player and provides feedback to schools and individuals to improve the player\'s performance.
  • Compiles registers of session attendance and communicate session details to schools as appropriate.
  • Delivers fun & progressive scheduled school sessions.
  • Develops activities to increase student participation across age groups and abilities.
  • Sets up Fixtures, Leagues & tournaments in consultation with Aldar Education sports leads.
  • Proposes a strategy and then oversees elite player development, in consultation with Aldar Education.
  • Delivers Holiday Camps and plans and presents tours, as required by schools and Aldar Education.
  • Is commitment to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of children, including but not limited to, completing safeguarding training as required, and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by Aldar Education are read and understood.
  • Understands and complies with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality.
  • Other duties as reasonably assigned.
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:
  • Internationally recognised NBA-sanctioned coaching of children and refereeing qualifications
Minimum Experience:
  • At least 5 years\' experience in basketball coaching preferable.
Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:
  • Excellent English language skills, written and oral.
  • Great interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to create a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
  • Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language
  • Passion for teaching.
  • A high level of professionalism and knowledge of child protection and safeguarding.
  • Skilled in multi-tasking and handling pressure.
  • Great organizational ability, of self and others.
  • Works in a highly collaborative and effective manner, both independently and in cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to think strategically.
  • Very good at establishing professional relationships within and across company.
  • Capable of influencing people and talented in networking with cultural sensitivity.
What We Offer:Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child-centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow, so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school and educational leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package including a range of benefits. 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.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 dedicated to our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application to 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.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1697030
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
    Not mentioned