Director of Outdoor Education

Brisbane Girls Grammar School; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite accommodation

Job summary

Brisbane Girls Grammar School is seeking an experienced and accomplished Director of Outdoor Education to provide strategic and educational leadership for the School’s Outdoor Education programs, based at Marrapatta Memorial Outdoor Education Centre in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.

You will lead the development and delivery of innovative, evidence-based programs, oversee expeditions and a high‑performing team, ensure safety and risk management, and cultivate strong partnerships with communities

Qualifications

• Experience leading outdoor education programs and curriculum development.
• Strong knowledge of safety, risk management and compliance.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and communities.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic vision for Outdoor Education and lead continuous improvement.
• Develop innovative, evidence-based and student-centred outdoor programs.
• Oversee planning and delivery of expeditions and learning experiences.
• Lead and develop a high-performing outdoor education team.
• Champion contemporary pedagogy and contribute to learning, wellbeing and development.
• Ensure safety standards, risk management and emergency preparedness.
• Manage budgets, facilities and resources.
• Build relationships with professional networks and external partners.

Skills

Strategic leadership

People management

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Outdoor Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Job Type: Academic Director (Maximum-term)

Brisbane Girls Grammar School establishes the educational foundation for girls and young women to contribute confidently to their world with wisdom, imagination, and integrity. One of Australia’s leading girls’ schools, Brisbane Girls Grammar School is an academically non-selective independent school, established in 1875 as one of Queensland’s original Grammar schools. The School’s curious, adventurous, and principled students are supported by a community of parents, alumnae and friends that values the finest traditions and aspirations in education.

Job Description

Lead the future of Outdoor Education

Brisbane Girls Grammar School is seeking an experienced and accomplished Director of Outdoor Education to provide strategic and educational leadership for the School’s Outdoor Education programs.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver high-quality outdoor learning experiences for students, lead a dedicated team and contribute to the broader educational objectives of the School.

Based at the School’s Marrapatta Memorial Outdoor Education Centre in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, this unique role combines educational leadership, curriculum development, people leadership and operational oversight in an exceptional natural environment.

Reporting to the Deputy Principal, the Director will lead the strategic development, delivery and continuous improvement of Outdoor Education across the School.

The Outdoor Education team contributes to a range of activities beyond the core program, including subject-specific activities, co-curricular programs, community user groups, and Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expeditions.

The position offers the opportunity to live onsite at Marrapatta and be immersed in the School’s Outdoor Education program and the surrounding natural environment. Onsite accommodation is available by arrangement, providing a distinctive lifestyle opportunity for an experienced Outdoor Education leader seeking to combine professional leadership with a strong connection to community, nature and outdoor learning.

The commencement date for this position is negotiable, providing an opportunity to accommodate the successful candidate’s existing professional commitments.

As the Director, you will:

• In collaboration with the Deputy Principal, set the strategic vision and direction for Outdoor Education and lead its continuous improvement
• Develop and lead innovative, evidence-based and student-centred Outdoor Education programs
• Oversee the planning and delivery of programs, expeditions and other outdoor learning experiences
• Lead, develop and build the capability of a high-performing Outdoor Education team
• Champion contemporary Outdoor Education pedagogy and its contribution to student learning, wellbeing and development
• Ensure the highest standards of safety, risk management, compliance and emergency preparedness
• Manage program budgets, facilities, equipment and other resources effectively
• Build strong relationships with professional networks, community organisations and relevant external stakeholders.

The position will involve varied working hours according to program requirements, including overnight programs and occasional weekend and term-break work.

We are seeking an experienced Outdoor Education professional who combines outdoor educational leadership with strong people, operational and risk management capability.

You will bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications Outdoor Education, together with teaching qualifications
• Demonstrated experience developing innovative, evidence-based and student-centred Outdoor Education curriculum and learning programs.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary Outdoor Education philosophy, pedagogy and practice
• Demonstrated experience managing staff, budgets, facilities, equipment and other resources
• Demonstrated understanding of outdoor activity safety, risk management, compliance and emergency response
• Highly developed strategic, organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• A strong commitment to student wellbeing, personal development and positive relationships.

Child Safety and Employment Requirements

Brisbane Girls Grammar School is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of every student in our care. The successful applicant will be required to comply with our Child Safety policies, Code of Conduct and Child Safety legislation.

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QTC).

For enquiries, please contact:
Brigitte Bickham, Human Resources Manager
T:07 3332 1307