Outdoor Education Coordinator

Contract part-time job at Seymour College (Glen Osmond, South Australia, Australia)

Seymour College is a leading independent girls' school with an established reputation for academic excellence and a commitment to helping students flourish. Our vision is to foster young women of strength, optimism and justice. Our aim is to inspire within each student a passion for life-long learning, a celebration of community and a quest for personal excellence.

Closing date January 13, 2025
LocationGlen Osmond SA, Australia
Type Part-Time
Status Contract
Contact Sarah Davidson
08 8303 9000
peopleandculture@seymour.sa.edu.au

About this job

Key responsibilities include: 

  • Ensuring outdoor learning programs are age appropriate, offer a challenging yet rewarding experience and fulfil the agreed purpose. 

  • Collaborate with external providers to plan and execute high-quality outdoor learning activities. 

  • Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to ensure safety and compliance. 

  • Manage camp logistics, including sites, venues, transport, and equipment. 

  • Facilitate student preparation through information sessions and communication with families. 

  • Act as the Seymour College leader during camps, ensuring smooth operations. 

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of promoting student agency and demonstrated success at presenting challenges to students in a supportive environment. 

About You: 

You are a dedicated outdoor education professional with: 

  • Relevant academic qualifications and a current SA Teaching Registration Certificate. 

  • Extensive experience in delivering and coordinating outdoor education programs. 

  • A strong understanding of best practices in the outdoor education industry. 

  • Exceptional organisational, communication, and relationship-building skills. 

  • The ability to lead multiday wilderness adventures and mentor young people. 

Essential Requirements 

  • Wilderness First Aid or equivalent (HLTAID012), including CPR and Anaphylaxis certification. 

  • South Australian Driver’s Licence with LR or MR classification. 

  • SLSC Bronze Medallion. 

  • Responding to Risk of Abuse, Harm, and Neglect Certification. 

Seymour College provides staff with a supportive and dynamic working environment, opportunities for professional development and the capacity to make a valuable and meaningful contribution to the operation of the College.

How to Apply:

Applications for this position close 13 January 2025. Please provide the following addressed to Ms Vanessa Browning, Principal:

  • Resume
  • Covering letter responding to the key areas of responsibility
  • Contact details of 3 referees  

For further details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role, please refer to the Careers Page on our website, where you are also able to apply for the role.

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