Lifeguard and PE Teaching Assistant

1.     Pool Safety & Supervision

• Maintain continuous and vigilant supervision of swimmers at all times

• Enforce pool rules and safety regulations consistently

• Take immediate action to prevent unsafe behaviour

• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, including rescues and first aid

• Report all incidents, injuries, or concerns according to school procedures

  
  

2.     Water Quality Monitoring

• Conduct routine pool water testing using provided test kits (e.g. chlorine, pH) according to the agreed schedule

• Accurately record test results and promptly report any readings outside acceptable ranges, or any water quality concerns, to the Pool Technician or designated technical staff

  
  

3.     Pool & Equipment Management

• Ensure rescue equipment and safety tools are available and in good condition

• Carry out daily visual checks of the pool area and report hazards or defects

• Support cleanliness and order in the pool area before and after use

  
  

4.     PE Teaching Assistant Support

• Assist PE teachers during lessons with student supervision, organisation, and safety support, as directed.

• Help set up, distribute, and store PE equipment.

• Support smooth lesson transitions and supervision, particularly during large group activities or combined classes.

• Assist with monitoring student participation and behaviour during PE lessons.

• Provide support for sports days, school events, and extracurricular activities as required.

• This role does not include independent teaching, lesson planning, assessment, or curriculum delivery.

  
  

5.     General Responsibilities

• Assist with swimming lessons and school aquatic events when required

• Attend required training, briefings, and safety drills

• Perform other reasonable duties related to pool safety as assigned

Pastoral & Safeguarding

• Uphold safeguarding, health, and safety standards at all times as part of your professional duty.

• Act consistently in the best interests of children, ensuring their safety, happiness, and holistic development.

  
  

Professional Contribution

• Collaborate effectively with other departments to achieve the school’s shared goals and vision.

• Engage actively in professional development, training, and performance review processes.

• Contribute to school policies, improvement initiatives, and the maintenance of standards across the school.

• Interact in a professional manner at all times: be open, respectful, and flexible while upholding and promoting the values of RGSPP.

• Model and adhere to the RGSPP Code of Conduct and professional expectations.

• Engage with the performance review process, regularly engaging in lesson observations and reflections to reflect on professional development at set objectives.

Expected Profile of Candidates

Essential

• Valid Lifeguard certification

• Cambodian only

• Ability to communicate in English

• First Aid and CPR certification (locally or internationally recognised), or willingness to obtain upon employment

• Physically fit and able to perform rescues and prolonged supervision duties

• Strong sense of responsibility, attentiveness, and commitment to student safety and wellbeing.

• Willingness to support PE lessons, sports activities, and school events when pool schedules allow.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions from PE teachers and supervisors.

Desirable

• Experience working in a school, childcare, sports, recreation, or aquatic environment.

• Experience supporting children or young people in educational, sports, or extracurricular activities.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Flexible and able to adapt to changing schedules and operational needs.

• Basic understanding of, or interest in, physical education, sports, and student development.

• Ability to work independently while maintaining appropriate communication with supervisors.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be expected to uphold the highest standards of safeguarding practice and comply with all relevant policies and procedures.