Deputy Camp Manager

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

General

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

K12

Closing date

22 October 2026

6 days left

Posted 15 Oct 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

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…

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