Outdoor Activity Facilitator / Instructor

JOIN OUR OUTDOOR-LOVING TEAM AT ALLAMBEE CAMP

Love the outdoors and enjoy working with children and young people?

Allambee Camp is looking for an enthusiastic Outdoor Activity Facilitator / Instructor to join our small, friendly team.

Allambee Camp is a privately owned and operated residential camp providing outdoor adventure programs for primary and secondary school groups, as well as church, youth, family and other community groups.

The role

We are looking for someone who enjoys being outdoors, working with young people and helping others learn, grow and challenge themselves.

As an Outdoor Activity Facilitator / Instructor, your main role will be delivering outdoor adventure programs to school-aged students. Activities may include:

• Flying Fox

• Giant Swing

• High and Low Ropes

• Archery

• Bushwalking

• Campfire cooking

• Other outdoor and team-building activities

You will also assist with general camp routines and the day-to-day running of programs.

No previous experience in the outdoor education industry? That's okay! We provide 1:1 onsite training for applicants who are new to the industry. Experience is preferred, but attitude, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn are just as important.

About you

We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and open-minded person who:

• Loves being outdoors and enjoys an active work environment

• Enjoys working with children and young people

• Is confident, friendly and responsible

• Is comfortable leading groups and getting involved

• Is willing to learn and take on new activities

• Can work flexibly according to camp bookings

• Enjoys being part of a small team

This is an ongoing core casual position, starting ASAP. Work is mostly on weekdays and, depending on bookings, is generally 3–5 days per week during peak periods.

Our peak seasons are February–June and August–December, and the roster is generally available several months in advance.

What we offer

• A positive and supportive atmosphere

• Work in a beautiful outdoor setting

• A small, friendly team

• Variety from day to day

• On-the-job training and development

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's and young people's experiences

Essential requirements

• Current Working with Children Check Card (or ability to obtain one)

• Current First Aid Certificate – HLTAID011

• Current driver's licence and own reliable vehicle, as there is no public transport to the camp

Allambee Camp is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people.

How to apply

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

Please send us your resume and a short cover letter telling us a little about yourself, your experience, your availability and why you'd like to work at Allambee Camp.

Applications are welcome from both experienced outdoor instructors and enthusiastic people looking to enter the outdoor education industry.

Start date: ASAP