Outdoor Adventure Jobs

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Outdoor Education Program: Lead and co-lead a range of outdoor activities, overnight trips, and extended expeditions. Ensure all activities align with educational objectives and students' developmental needs.
• Risk Management: Implement and monitor adherence to safety protocols and risk management procedures.
• Program Development: Collaborate with colleagues to continually improve the Glengarry Outdoor Education program, taking responsibility for at least one area of focus (e.g., mountain biking, canoeing, climbing).
• Student Mentorship: Participate in pastoral care, student mentoring, and supervise residential duties to ensure the wellbeing of students.
• Residential & Boarding Duties: Provide supervision in the dormitory, including morning and evening routines, and contribute to the residential care of students.
• Communication & Reporting: Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues. Participate in assessment, reporting, and parent-teacher meetings.
• Professional Development: Participate in training, reflection, and goal setting to enhance professional practice.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Leadership & Teaching: Ability to lead outdoor activities confidently and impart outdoor skills effectively to students.
• Problem-Solving: Demonstrates sound judgment and discretion when planning activities, selecting equipment, and managing students.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively within a team, showing flexibility and innovation in a dynamic educational environment.
• Student-Centered Approach: Provide mentorship, supervision, and guidance to students, ensuring their personal growth and development.
• Communication Skills: Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work respectfully with colleagues, students, and parents.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate IV, Diploma, or Degree in Outdoor Recreation.
• Competency in at least four of the following outdoor activity areas:
  • Bushwalking
  • Navigation
  • Mountain Biking
  • Canoeing/Kayaking (flat water)
  • Abseiling (natural and artificial surfaces)
  • Climbing (natural and artificial surfaces)
  • Sea Kayaking
  • Caving
  • Canyoning
  • Surfing
• Wilderness First Aid Certificate (Remote First Aid).
• Light Rigid Licence.
• Royal Life Saving Bronze Medallion.
• At least 2 years of group leading experience in outdoor education.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.

Desirable Qualities

• Passion for the holistic development of young people.
• Demonstrated commitment to Christian values and ethos.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire through adventure, curiosity, and creativity.
• Strong leadership skills with a commitment to teamwork and community.

Why Join Us?

At The Scots College, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team that is deeply invested in the personal and spiritual growth of our students. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a beautiful, natural setting with state-of-the-art facilities and a rich history of academic excellence. You will have access to ongoing professional development opportunities and the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of young people

Who are you?

• You have the propensity to recognise the value and uniqueness of each individual within the college community.
• You will have a strong commitment to your own ongoing learning and development. 
• You will have professional and personal integrity.
• You have or can obtain a valid working with children check.
• You are committed to ongoing learning in alignment with the development directions of The Scots College.
• You are characterised by purpose, persistence and reflection.
• You are committed to growth and progressively attain goals through curiosity and asking key questions.

Where do you fit in?

• You positively participate in supporting the Christian values of our Presbyterian GPS School. 
• You aspire to live a good life informed by a personal code characterised by courage, ethics and purpose. 
• You are able to belong and function in a Team of Teams. 

How do you serve others?

• You are characterised by respect, civility and consideration for others.
• You cultivate a sense of community by fostering a sense of belonging.

What do we offer?

• A culture that cultivates a body of graduates who are well-rounded, successful men of faith and independent mind who influence their nation for the greater good and who strive to be worthy of their forefathers.
• An institution that seeks to serve God faithfully, through our core values and culture. 
• Personal development and growth opportunities.
• A constructive and supportive work environment in which all staff members are valued.
• Financial and non-financial rewards and incentives. 
• Free morning coffee and lunches.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Access to medical services.
• Free access to the college gym.
• Salary packaging.

The Scots College reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.