At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead outdoor adventures and support students in their growth at Googa Outdoor Education Centre.
- Company: Grace Lutheran College, a community-focused educational institution.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Other info: Join a passionate team in a beautiful natural setting.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying the great outdoors.
- Qualifications: Experience in bush camping, hiking, and working with teenagers.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
We are seeking outdoor educators with a heart for the outdoors and a heart for youth!
Grace Lutheran College is seeking Outdoor Education Instructors to work permanent, part-time positions for an immediate start.
Our Outdoor Education Instructors come alongside and instruct our students during outdoor education programs being held at our Outdoor Education Centre "Googa" in the Blackbutt Ranges of Queensland.
The Place
Googa is a former forestry camp set in the Blackbutt Ranges, approximately two hours from the Sunshine Coast, Queensland.
The closest town is Blackbutt (approximately 9 km), with the closest city being Toowoomba (approximately 90 km).
Googa has a lease over six hectares of land adjacent to a further 120 hectares owned and managed by Googa.
Googa is in the process of expanding its operation with the development of another campus on this land.
The centre also has access to large areas of State Forest and private land for hiking and camping.
Googa Outdoor Education & Retreat Centre ("Googa") operates as a partnership of schools and colleges of the Lutheran Church of Australia Queensland District.
The owner schools are Grace Lutheran College, Rothwell & Caboolture, Grace Lutheran Primary School, Clontarf and Good Shepherd Lutheran College, Noosa.
Facilities at the camp are deliberately simple.
Googa runs programs of various lengths for primary and secondary students however the majority of the year is programmed with four-week experiences for Year 9 or Year 10 students.
The Mission Statement: The Role
To support the goals and objectives of Googa Outdoor Education Centre in theory and practice.
To lead outdoor adventure activities (including but not restricted to) hiking, high adventure activities, bush craft, survival and camping.
To frame, supervise and debrief activities initially under the supervision of Outdoor Education Trainers, providing appropriate duty of care, supervision and learning experiences for students.
Responsibilities
- Be proactive in supporting a culture of meaningful work, appreciation of land and celebration of personal and communal growth.
- Contribute to the community experience of students and staff in the context of a Christian centred approach.
- Monitor the student group dynamics through consultation with staff and the Director.
- Demonstrate and practise an awareness and response to student needs.
- Be proactive in restorative practices.
- Ensure adequate records are kept in line with Googa OEC procedures.
- Comply with workplace procedures and WHS principles.
- Demonstrate tidiness and care of equipment in the workplace.
- Promote positive relationships with the community.
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Current Senior First Aid certificate (with current CPR)
- Blue Card
- Ability to perform physically and mentally challenging tasks
- Willingness to be guided in work practice
- Able to demonstrate initiative in completing tasks within the context of a team centered approach
- Interest and passion in working with adolescents
- Willingness to live and work in a small Christian community
- Preparedness to work irregular hours, weekends, public holidays and school holidays
- Current Wilderness or Remote First Aid certificate
- Bush Camping experience
- A passion for environmental education and environmental sustainability
- Active member of a Christian denomination
- Selection Criteria
- SC2 Demonstrated knowledge or experience in bush camping and hiking to achieve outcomes.
- SC3 Experience working with teenagers and knowledge or a willingness to learn and develop an understanding of adolescent development.
- SC4 Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with staff and fit harmoniously within a residential team working environment.
- SC5 An understanding and desire to contribute to, and participate in, the spiritual and personal development aspects of the program.
- SC6 A keen interest in incorporating environmental and place-based education into the programs.
Reporting to
- The Director, Googa Outdoor Education Centre
- Position type
- Contract
Remuneration
Outdoor Education Schedule Level 2,3 or 4, Queensland Lutheran Schools Single Enterprise Agreement 2024. Level commensurate with experience, qualifications.
Salary Range
Anticipated Commencement Date as negotiated.
Outdoor Education Instructors in Brisbane employer: Grace Lutheran College
Grace Lutheran College is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture, encouraging professional growth through ongoing development opportunities. Located in a vibrant community, our Learning Leads play a pivotal role in shaping student learning while enjoying benefits such as salary packaging and an Employee Assistance Program, all within a faith-based environment that values service and personal development.
