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

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 and overnight accommodation

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

Position Summary

The Activity Instructor works within a small team to facilitate a variety of activities and programs for customers of Baden Powell Activity Centre. The Activity Instructor is required to engage with, lead, guide, educate, and supervise activities for activity centre customers as they enjoy a variety of structured outdoor recreational and campsite-based activities.

Responsibilities

Facilitation of Activities & Supervision: Lead and supervise Groups in outdoor activities, ensuring the safety of all participants.

Camp Duties

Develop and maintain positive public relations with local schools, groups, and authorities.

Develop and maintain good relations with all participants, teachers, carers, and leaders.

Work collaboratively with other members of the Activities team to ensure activities are supervised, smoothly run and safe for Members.

Treat all participants with dignity and respect and observe professional boundaries.

Recognise the needs of activity participants at various stages of development.

Attend staff meetings, in-service courses, workshops, etc. as required.

Administration: Ensure Activity Standard Operation Procedures (SOP’s) are read and signed off as read and understood

Key Capabilities & Requirements

Qualification, Training & Experience

Certificate III or IV Outdoor Education or related discipline, or appropriate industry experience.

Current First Aid and CPR Certificates.

Previous experience working with children and/or young people (desirable).

Previous experience in an outdoor education/outdoor recreation role.

Essential Requirements

Right to work in Australia

Ability to work flexible hours as & when needed

Current Working with Children Check and National Police Check

Australian Driving License and own vehicle