Business Unit: OUR OWN ENGLISH HIGH SCHOOL - SHARJAH - BOYS BRANCH

Closing Date 23-Feb-2023

About the Role

Job Purpose:

To be responsible for the health, hygiene and wellbeing of students and staff of the school; ensuring the school's complete compliance with regulations and rulings of the MOH.

Responsibilities:

Ensure that students and parents adhere to, and are well informed of immunization programs as per MOH guidelines.
Monitor the maintenance of cleanliness and hygiene within the school, particularly in areas such as the cafeteria, washrooms.
Be available to students and staff to address their immediate medical needs, providing a source of medical advice.
Maintain comprehensive medical records of all students as regulated by the MOH.
Manage and guide the school nurses so that they function optimally, in the best interests of the students, staff and school.
Keep up to date with current medical practices and regulations, as prescribed by Governmental authorities.

Required Skill Set:

Positive interpersonal and communication skills. The ability to remain calm in cases of emergency and cope with a degree of pressure at peak times. A logical and relaxed individual able to interact with a variety of people from different backgrounds and cultures.

About Your Benefits About GEMS

Trusted for over 60 years and now a third generation education family, GEMS Education began in a single school room in Dubai. Today, we have the privilege of educating over 170,000 students from over 176 countries through GEMS owned and managed schools globally; over 270,000 students access resources through our services division.

About the School

Founded on principles and values that are the basis of the GEMS Schools, Our Own English School - Sharjah (Boys Branch) address the curriculum in a manner that is relevant and developmentally appropriate where learning skills, problem solving, communication and critical thinking are of paramount importance. The school is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education. We strive to focus our energies on guiding students to become well rounded academically by maintaining a close eye on their emotional, social and physical needs and are committed to partnering parents in raising the next generation of leaders.

About Application Process

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application.

To complete the application you would need the following document(s):

1. Resume/CV
2. Passport-size photograph

In line with the UAE's Emiratisation goals, GEMS welcomes and encourages applications from UAE nationals to join our fast-growing team.

Important Note : GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students. Applicants will be required to submit a current police criminal clearance check or equivalent from their home country or current country of residence prior to appointment.