Deputy Camp Manager

PEGS; Eildon; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Residential position onsite

Job summary

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School (PEGS) is seeking an Outdoor Education Teacher for a full-time ongoing role with a four-year tenure as Deputy Camp Manager, starting 25 January 2027 at the Eildon campus. You will deliver a comprehensive Outdoor Education program and support leadership, management and daily operations of the school’s camp operations.

The successful candidate will coordinate camps for Years 3–10, leading activities such as orienteering, abseiling, hiking, archery, rock

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification and VIT registration are essential.
• Outdoor Education qualification/experience in the activities offered is beneficial; ropes accreditation is an advantage.
• Commitment to child safety, student welfare, and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an exceptional Outdoor Education program and lead day-to-day operations of the Eildon campus.
• Support leadership, management and operation of the School's Outdoor Education camps.
• Foster teamwork, wellbeing and environmental appreciation among students.

Skills

VIT registration

Interpersonal skills

Child safety awareness

Team collaboration

Organisational skills

Driver's licence

Boat licence (preferred)

Education

Teaching qualification

Outdoor Education qualification

Wilderness First Aid accreditation

First aid certificate

Job description

• Full time ongoing position, commencing January 2027
• Join a leading independent school with excellent programmes and facilities

The Role

Applications are invited from outstanding educators for the position of Outdoor Education Teacher. This is a full-time ongoing position, with a four-year tenured appointment as Deputy Camp Manager, commencing 25 January 2027.

Working closely with the Camp Manager, the successful applicant will play a key role in delivering an exceptional Outdoor Education program while supporting the leadership, management and day-to-day operation of the School's Eildon campus.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator and emerging or experienced leader to contribute to a highly regarded Outdoor Education program that supports student growth, wellbeing, challenge and adventure.

The Outdoor Education program runs camps at Eildon to support the educational and personal development of students, typically from Years 3 to 10. Students enjoy a wide range of activities which include orienteering, abseiling, hiking, archery, rock climbing, canoeing, rafting, initiative games and high and low rope courses. The program develops teamwork amongst students and an appreciation and understanding of the natural environment.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Teaching qualifications and VIT registration
• Appropriate Outdoor Education related qualifications and experience in the activities offered would be of benefit, with accreditation in ropes and Wilderness First Aid an advantage
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build effective relationships with students and staff
• A commitment to child safety and student welfare, including demonstrating an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children with diverse needs and backgrounds
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Effective organisational and planning skills
• Boat licence is preferred but not essential
• A current driver's licence

Please see the position description for further details.

About PEGS

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School (PEGS) has approximately 3,000 students from Kindergarten to Year 12 across campuses in Moonee Ponds, Essendon and Keilor East.We offer a diamond education model, with co-education in Kindergarten, single-sex education throughout the Junior and Middle School years, and co-education at the Senior School (Larkin Centre) in Years 11 and 12.

Outdoor Education is an integral part of the curriculum and aims to develop teamwork amongst students and an appreciation and understanding of the natural environment.

At the heart of all we do at PEGS are our core values, embodied in REACH: Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Curiosity and Heart.

Our outstanding staff, facilities and programmes support student wellbeing and learning while developing creative, curious, reflective and courageous young people who are equipped to make a positive contribution to their communities.

PEGS promotes the safety, wellbeing and participation of all students, including supporting children from culturally diverse backgrounds and those with individual needs.

Why Join PEGS?

Joining our school means becoming part of a community that values integrity, creativity, and resilience. It means contributing to an environment where every member feels valued and supported, and where lifelong learning is celebrated.

Benefits include:

• A collaborative team environment
• Competitive salary and salary packaging
• Opportunities for professional development
• Outstanding facilities and resources
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Residential position based onsite

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles and understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.