Ref: LP414-157

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

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 Dubai Health Authority.

Responsibilities:
- Ensure that students and parents adhere to, and are well informed of immunization programs as per DHA guidelines.
- Monitor the maintenance of cleanliness and hygiene within the school, particularly in areas such as the cafeteria, washrooms and swimming pools.
- 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 DHA.
- 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.

Qualifications Required:
- Professional Certificate, Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree, Medicine or equivalent
- Current, up-to-date knowledge of worldwide medical and healthcare practices.
- At least 3 years of experience of working in a similar role in an educational organization.
- Ability to multi-task and effective organization skills.
- Valid DHA license
About Your Benefits All positions attract an excellent remuneration package.

About the Company

GEMS Education is a pioneering education company with an international network of award winning K-12 schools. Over the past 55 years GEMS has grown from one school to being a truly global company with one incredible mission – to make quality education available to every student. Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.

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