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Job Description
Safeguarding Statement
Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including receipt of references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.
About Us
Raha Khalifa City Campus is a renowned International Baccalaureate Continuum School located in Abu Dhabi. We proudly offer the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes, additionally we are currently authorising for the roll-out of the Career-related Programme. We pride ourselves on fostering holistic development, where academic achievement, personal growth, and community engagement are seamlessly integrated.
Our diverse community comprises over 90 nationalities, where over 40 mother tongues are celebrated, creating a rich tapestry of cultures. We provide an exceptional educational experience to children from Early Years to post-sixteen, and purpose-built facilities reflect our commitment to providing the best possible environment for learning and development.
As part of Taaleem, one of the largest educational providers in the UAE, we are committed to professional excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring that our children and staff are prepared for success in an ever-changing global landscape.
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Job Purpose
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Health and Safety Officer and Transport Coordinator to oversee the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of health and safety systems across the school, while also managing school transport operations and compliance.
The role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with ADEK, ADPHC/DoH, Civil Defence, ADOSH, and ITC requirements, maintaining a safe environment for students, staff, contractors, and visitors, and overseeing STS and all school transport-related operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Health and Safety
- Lead and manage all health and safety compliance across the school in line with ADEK and ADOSH requirements
- Lead on risk assessments, inspections, audits, and compliance monitoring
- Manage emergency procedures including fire drills, emergency response planning, and incident reporting
- Maintain health and safety records, compliance documentation, licences, permits, and regulatory submissions
- Investigate incidents, accidents, and safety concerns, ensuring appropriate reporting and corrective actions
- Deliver staff training, inductions, and promote a strong health and safety culture across the school
- Liaise with government authorities during inspections and compliance visits
- Transport Coordination
- Act as the main school point of contact for STS and oversee the day-to-day coordination of school transport, including parent queries, transport communication, bus compliance requirements, and liaison between the school and the transport provider to ensure smooth and safe operations.
Skills
Skills and Attributes
- Strong understanding of ADEK, ADPHC, ADOSH, Civil Defence, and ITC compliance requirements
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong problem-solving and organisational ability
- High attention to detail with the ability to improve systems and processes
- Ability to work effectively with staff, parents, contractors, and senior leadership
- Commitment to safeguarding and child protection in line with school policy
Job Details
Preferred Candidate
Raha International School KCC
At Raha International School, a member of the Taaleem family of schools, we believe that a successful education is all about inspired, imaginative teaching, centred on the learner as an individual. We nurture students not only to achieve academic success but also to become true global citizens.RIS is an International Baccalaureate World School catering for all grades from Early Years 1 to Grade 12. Our school community is made up of over 3,200 students from over 80 nations who collectively speak 45 mother tongues. We pride ourselves on being a big school but a small family!The IB is internationally acclaimed and respected for its relevance in today’s multicultural and increasingly global society. We are also one of the first schools in Abu Dhabi to be awarded the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge's (ADEK) highest rating of “Outstanding”, an amazing achievement for our staff and students.Our programmes feature an inquiry approach that aligns student interest with what they learn, thereby enriching their natural curiosity and promoting a love of learning. Our team of internationally-experienced, skilled and passionate teachers model the attributes of the IB Learner Profile and encourage students to respect themselves, others and the world around them.Campus & FacilitiesRIS opened its doors to families in 2006 and has become one of the most sought-after schools in Abu Dhabi. In 2019, Raha announced its expansion to a second campus, the Khalifa City Campus.The Gardens Campus is situated on 14 acres of beautifully landscaped property in the Raha Gardens development in Khalifa City. The campus features several large piazzas and wide walkways lined with palm trees, with an abundance of open space and play areas. The spacious and bright classrooms are fully equipped with the latest technology to enhance research and sharing.Only 7 minutes’ drive from Gardens Campus is Khalifa City Campus. Situated in the heart of Khalifa City, the state-of-the-art campus will eventually house Early Years 1 to Grade 12. It features a purpose-built Early Years Centre with emphasis on safe, innovative and integrated collaborative learning spaces, and outstanding indoor and outdoor sporting facilities.AccreditationAs part of Taaleem’s strategy of continuous improvement and self-evaluation, Taaleem requires each school to pursue accreditation from an independent accreditation body of institutions and academic specialists.Accreditation is the process used to ensure that schools meet and maintain international standards of quality and integrity regarding academics, administration and related services.All Taaleem schools apply to become accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), and some schools will also attain authorization and accreditation from other institutions.Raha International School is accredited by the Council of International School (CIS) and the International Baccalaureate (IB). Raha was the first school in Abu Dhabi to receive full authorization to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP).As an employer, we offer a warm, pleasant working environment with various professional development opportunities. As a successful applicant, you will become part of a highly professional, international and amicable team at Raha International School.