PE - Head of Sports Performance Analyst - August 2026
About This Role
We are excited to announce an opportunity for a remarkable Sports Performance Analyst to join our Physical Education department starting in August 2026.
At GEMS, teaching transcends a mere job; it represents a long-term career pathway. Our educators enjoy complimentary access to premium Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programs and the opportunity to advance within a globally recognized organization. Many of our leaders have risen through the ranks internally, providing GEMS teachers with exclusive chances to explore career paths across our expanding international network of schools.
Dubai, a lively and multicultural city, offers a rapidly growing environment with year-round sunshine. Teachers benefit from an invigorating lifestyle filled with numerous leisure activities, cultural experiences, and travel options throughout the region and beyond.
All positions come with a fantastic compensation package, including a competitive tax-free salary, fully furnished accommodation for individuals, complimentary schooling, private medical insurance, annual flights to the country of residence, and an end-of-service gratuity.
GEMS educators also have free access to the GEMS Rewards loyalty program, which provides substantial savings on everyday expenses in the UAE. This program includes thousands of discounts and 2-for-1 deals on flights, hotels, dining, and retail, allowing teachers to maximize their income and enrich their overseas experience.
Overview:
The Performance Analyst will be instrumental in gathering, interpreting, and presenting data to facilitate evidence-based decision-making within the Mustang High Performance Team. This role focuses on biometric data collection, video analysis, and dashboard development, equipping coaches and staff to track athlete performance, wellbeing, and growth over time. The successful candidate will also foster innovation by integrating technology and artificial intelligence to enhance analysis and intervention planning throughout the program.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise the collection and interpretation of biometric, physiological, and performance data for all high-performance athletes.
- Manage the analysis and delivery of video footage from games, training sessions, and performance tests to aid both individual and team development.
- Design and maintain customized dashboards (e.g., Power BI, TeamBuildr, VALD) to monitor trends, identify issues, and guide coaching decisions.
- Work collaboratively with coaches to create performance profiles and ensure personalized feedback is provided to athletes and their parents.
- Generate monthly reports analyzing wellbeing, training load, attendance, behavior, and performance data to pinpoint trends and areas for intervention.
- Collaborate closely with the High Performance Coordinator to assist with Individual Athlete Program (IAP) reviews through detailed performance summaries.
- Produce visual and video-based coaching materials to support technical and tactical skill development, including highlight reels, analysis clips, and team reviews.
- Investigate and implement new technologies and AI tools to improve performance tracking, player monitoring, and auto-tagging software.
- Aid in the creation of digital portfolios for athletes pursuing scholarships or external performance opportunities.
- Ensure that all data systems adhere to the school's data protection and safeguarding policies.
- Contribute to the development of specialized professional development initiatives across the GEMS Network as part of the Centre of Excellence for Sport.
- Undertake any additional responsibilities deemed necessary by the Director of Sport or High Performance Coordinator to support overarching school objectives and outcomes.
Apply via the WhatSchool platform.