Scouts NSW is seeking enthusiastic and professional Outdoor Education Instructors to join our dynamic team in TWO exciting locations!

Are you adventurous, passionate and looking for a role where you’ll be paid to do what you love?

We are looking for people with a great attitude, work well in a team and have the desire to continually improve and develop themselves and the team. What we offer is:

• Competitive casual hourly wage
• Run fun and engaging activities across our two unique centres
• Work with a variety of clients from Scouting groups, schools, community groups and more
• Strong team culture with training and support provided

About our Centres

Cataract Activity Centre

• Located in Appin within easy travel distance from Sydney and Wollongong
• 10 campsites located within 160ha of beautiful bushland
• Over 18 activities including multiple unique abseil sites, flying fox, challenge valley, caving and a 40-meter waterslide!
• Accommodation on site

Baden-Powell Activity Centre

• Located in Pennant Hills within walking distance from the train station
• Historic site backing onto Lane Cove National Park
• Over 12 activities and more in development
• Accommodation on site

Essential Selection Criteria

• Current Working with Children Check and National Police Check or willing to obtain.
• Current Senior First Aid and CPR or willing to obtain.
• Experience working with children or young people or relevant experience in adventurous activities or a Current qualified Scout Leader.
• Must have own transport.
• Certificate III or higher in Outdoor Leadership highly desirable.

Clearances

Scouts NSW is committed to being a 'Child-Safe' organisation and expects our Employed Team to agree to our Youth Protection Policy and Procedure, Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct. Appropriate reference and background checking will be undertaken, including a Working with Children Check and National Police Check. We are committed to the safety and empowerment of all children, including those with a disability and from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Team Support

Scouts NSW fosters a positive and collaborative culture, where teamwork and mutual support are at the forefront of everything we do. We believe in empowering employees to work together towards common goals, ensuring both personal and professional growth.

Scouts NSW values equitable recruitment practices and strive to provide an experience that’s fair, inclusive, and accessible. We celebrate our diversity and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, age, ability, culture, language, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We encourage all suitable applicants to apply for this position.

If you are proactive, results-oriented with a passion for making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

Please note that only people with the right to work in Australia should apply for this position.

HOW TO APPLY:

All applications are held in the strictest confidence and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications should include a resume and cover letter outlining any outdoor experience along with a copy of relevant qualifications, and transcripts.

Please submit application through Seek.

Applicaitons will be processed upon receipt and only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview.

We look forward to hearing from you!