Wilderness Education Assistant

18 hours ago

Wentworth Falls New South Wales Australia Blue Mountains Grammar School Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Blue Mountains Grammar School is a co-educational Christian School in the Anglican tradition for students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. At BMGS, we believe in good learning, doing good – helping young people grow into capable, kind, and thoughtful contributors to the world.

We are seeking a Wilderness Education Assistant to support our Senior School team. This role provides administrative and logistical support to the Wilderness Education Department and involves leading safe, high-quality outdoor activities and programs that engage students with the natural environment.

Employment Overview

  • Permanent part-time position
  • 30 hours / 4 days per week
  • Term time only
  • Occasional work outside normal hours, including evenings, weekends, and school holidays
  • Commences 22nd January 2026
  • Based at Wentworth Falls NSW, with occasional travel to outdoor venues
  • Salary in accordance with the Independent Schools CMEA

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with planning, organising, and evaluating outdoor activities, programs, and classes
  • Lead or co-lead excursions, overnight trips, expeditions, and camps
  • Maintain and manage outdoor equipment
  • Ensure health and safety compliance and implement risk management procedures
  • Contribute to the development of BMGS's outdoor programs, including camping, Wilderness Education, and Duke of Edinburgh programs
  • Participate in Department and Staff Meetings

Requirements

  • Outdoor Leadership qualifications (Cert III/IV, Diploma, or equivalent)
  • Experience leading activities such as abseiling, climbing, canyoning, caving, bushwalking, mountain biking, canoeing, and alpine-based activities
  • Knowledge of Blue Mountains outdoor venues
  • Skills in environmental education and practical instruction
  • Equipment maintenance experience
  • Positive, flexible, and collaborative approach
  • Full Australian work rights, current Working With Children Check, and First Aid certificate

Applications are reviewed as they are received. Apply online or email for further information.

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