Outdoor Education Lead: Programs & Wellbeing (Prep–Yr 9)

Carey Baptist Grammar School; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Carey Baptist Grammar School in Melbourne invites a dedicated Outdoor Education professional to plan, coordinate and deliver engaging programs that promote growth, resilience and environmental awareness. You will ensure student safety, lead a team of instructors and collaborate on curriculum development across year levels.

Successful candidates will hold teaching qualifications, exhibit strong leadership, planning and communication skills, and maintain a high standard of wellbeing and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching qualifications.
• A passion for Outdoor Education and experiential learning.
• Strong communication, leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent planning and organisational capabilities.
• A commitment to student wellbeing, safety and inclusion.
• The flexibility and energy required to support a vibrant Outdoor Education program.
• Current Wilderness First Aid qualification (minimum four-day course; seven-day course preferred).

Responsibilities

• Designing, preparing and documenting Outdoor Education programs across multiple year levels.
• Coordinating and leading programs from Prep to Year 9.
• Managing student wellbeing and risk management processes, including incident reporting and follow-up.
• Liaising with students, parents, staff and specialist providers to support individual student needs and program participation.
• Collaborating with colleagues to manage equipment, resources, logistics and program preparation.
• Overseeing food planning, transport arrangements and operational requirements for camps and expeditions.
• Providing leadership and support to Outdoor Education instructors and program staff.
• Contributing actively to curriculum development, program reviews and the broader life of the school community.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

Student wellbeing

Risk management

Curriculum development

Team collaboration

Education

Teaching qualifications

Job description

Carey Baptist Grammar School in Melbourne invites a dedicated Outdoor Education professional to plan, coordinate and deliver engaging programs that promote growth, resilience and environmental awareness. You will ensure student safety, lead a team of instructors and collaborate on curriculum development across year levels.

Successful candidates will hold teaching qualifications, exhibit strong leadership, planning and communication skills, and maintain a high standard of wellbeing and inclusion.