Outdoor Education Teacher

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

Primary

Posted 11 Sep 2026

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About Penleigh & Essendon Grammar School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

Prep-12

School staff (FTE)

423.8

286.9 teaching · 136.9 non-teaching

Students per teacher

10.2:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

2,913

Language other than English

33%

Girls vs boys

1,441 girls · 1,472 boys

49%
51%

Socio-educational background

Well above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

The Role

We seek an energetic, skilled and qualified Outdoor Education Teacher to join a team of committed educators at the school's Eildon Camp. 

This is a full time ongoing position, commencing from 25 January 2027. This opportunity is offered as a weekday residential role with staff accommodation provided, but staff can live at camp throughout the year if preferred.

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.

 Applicants 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

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