Outdoor Education Trainee

Gippsland Grammar; Sale; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Gippsland Grammar is seeking an enthusiastic Outdoor Education Trainee to join our team in 2027. This traineeship allows you to gain hands-on experience across Outdoor Education programs while completing a Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership.

You will work with experienced educators, developing leadership, risk management, equipment handling and field delivery skills. The role supports programs during term time across Primary and Secondary campuses, primarily at Garnsey, with travel to other

Qualifications

• Recent graduate seeking entry into outdoor education.
• Passion for outdoors and adventure required.
• Ability to work with young people.
• Reliable, adaptable and willing to learn.
• First aid and child safety qualifications preferred or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist with programs such as hiking, canoeing, surfing, snow camping, rafting and environmental activities.
• Prepare and maintain outdoor equipment.
• Support camp logistics and day-to-day operations of the Outdoor Education department.

Skills

Passion for outdoors

Teamwork skills

Reliability

Willingness to learn

First aid

Child safety

Education

Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership

Job description

• Complete Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership while earning
• Work alongside experienced outdoor educators at Gippsland Grammar

Gippsland Grammar provides an outstanding contemporary, holistic education where our community has a shared understanding of what we learn, how we learn and who we teach. Our School culture is centred around our core values of Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility and Respect and develops people of character who act with integrity and wisdom.

About the role

Gippsland Grammar is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Outdoor Education Trainee to join our Outdoor Education team in 2027. This traineeship provides the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a diverse range of Outdoor Education programs while completing a Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership. Working alongside experienced outdoor educators, you will develop practical skills in leadership, program delivery, risk management, equipment management and outdoor journeying.

The role will support Outdoor Education programs during term time, across both our Primary and Secondary Schools, with the position predominantly based at the Garnsey Campus and involving travel to other Gippsland Grammar campuses and program locations as required.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with programs such as hiking, canoeing, surfing, snow camping, rafting and environmental activities
• Prepare and maintain outdoor equipment
• Support camp logistics and day-to-day operations of the Outdoor Education department

About you

This role is ideal for a recent school graduate who:

• Has a passion for the outdoors and adventure
• Enjoys working with young people
• Is reliable, adaptable and willing to learn
• Demonstrates initiative and strong teamwork skills
• Holds, or is willing to obtain, relevant first aid and child safety qualifications

This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification, providing a strong foundation for future pathways in outdoor education, teaching, recreation, emergency services, community services and related fields. At Gippsland Grammar, Outdoor Education is a cornerstone of the student experience, helping young people develop confidence, resilience, responsibility and leadership through authentic adventure experiences.

For more detail on the requirements, duties and responsibilities of this role, view the Position Description attached to the job listing on our careers pagehttp://careers.gippslandgs.vic.edu.au.

Applications close on 4 October 2026, however the School reserves the right to make an appointment prior to this time.

To find out more about our school, beautiful campuses, and facilities, please visit the School's website www.gippslandgrammar.au and YouTube channel Gippsland Grammar

Gippsland Grammar is a child safe environment. Every child has a right to be safe, and at our School, we take a zero-tolerance approach to any behaviours that jeopardise student safety (including child abuse and reportable conduct). As such, preferred applicants will be subject to child protection screening, background and reference checks, verification of identity checks and must adhere to the School's child safe practices, as outlined in the Student Protection Program policies on the School's website.

Applications must include:

• A one page Cover Letter that states why you are applying for the position and how you are suited to the role and our School.
• A current resume or Curriculum Vitae outlining your personal and contact details, qualifications, relevant work history (including dates/period of employment and summary of duties and responsibilities), education and professional memberships (maximum three pages).
• Name and contact details for three work related referees including a current line manager (referee checks will only be conducted for successful candidates)

Only persons with unlimited rights to work in Australia need apply.