Deputy Camp Manager
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
K12
Closing date
22 October 2026
Posted 15 Oct 2026
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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
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
The Role
Applications are invited from outstanding educators for the position of Outdoor Education Teacher. This is a full-time ongoing position, with a four-year tenured appointment as Deputy Camp Manager, commencing 25 January 2027.
Working closely with the Camp Manager, the successful applicant will play a key role in delivering an exceptional Outdoor Education program while supporting the leadership, management and day-to-day operation of the School's Eildon campus.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator and emerging or experienced leader to contribute to a highly regarded Outdoor Education program that supports student growth, wellbeing, challenge and adventure.
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.
The successful candidate 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 understandi…