Key duties and responsibilities

The Rockhampton Grammar School was founded in 1881 and is an independent co-educational day and boarding school, educating and caring for students from Prep to Year 12, as well as the Early Learning Years. The School is the largest independent boarding school in Queensland and the second largest co-educational boarding school in Australia. It is a leading school in regional Queensland and one of the foremost schools in regional Australia. The Rockhampton Grammar School has achieved great success in the academic, cultural, sporting and vocational fields over the past 143 years. The School has a total enrolment of over 1,400 (Prep to Year 12) students who are exposed to our broad curriculum, giving effect to our commitment of Grow in Character and Scholarship. 

As part of our teaching team, we provide a supportive, flexible working environment where care for all our staff is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our staff and students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.

The School values co-curricular involvement and provide a wide variety of opportunities for staff in this regard.

POSITION TITLE:  Outdoor Education Teacher

DEPARTMENT:   Secondary

CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time

REPORTS TO:   Head of Department

The Rockhampton Grammar School offers a competitive salary of up to $147,048.00 p.a. plus super and benefits. (Note: this pay-scale is reflective of the applicants teaching experience in accordance with the RGS EBA).

Outdoor Education is not a one-off experience at The Rockhampton Grammar School. At every year level from Kindergarten to Year 12, students are challenged to step outside and grow in new ways. Life changing experiences and memories are created as students extend their learning into the great outdoors.

The Outdoor Education Teacher will be responsible for facilitating and planning/co-planning Outdoor Education, Certificate II Outdoor Recreation, Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and other programmes at The Rockhampton Grammar School and the Ritamada Outdoor Education Campus near Emu Park on the Capricorn Coast.

The duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in the development of Outdoor Education, Certificate II Outdoor Recreation and the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme programmes;
• Lead and co-lead activity sessions, camp programmes and extended camps in the Outdoor Education programme;
• Lead and co-lead theoretical, practical day classes, day expeditions and extended expeditions in the Certificate II Outdoor Recreation programme;
• Assess the academic and practical skill progress of Certificate II participants and keep records;
• Help develop coursing materials, if needed;
• Assist in the effective running of the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme;
• Daily planning toward, short, medium and long-term goal attainment in both programmes;
• Facilitate specific activities to industry best practice and Risk Management standards;
• Uphold, maintain and co-develop risk management and standard operating procedures;
• Organise logistical components of programmes;
• Administrate programs and communications to a high level;
• Keep diary notes of programme progress;
• Assist in visiting School classes for programme preparation;
• Liaise with School staff to ensure their integral involvement and readiness in the Outdoor Education programme;
• Participate in regular skills development and maintenance and scenario training;
• Assist in maintaining outdoor education equipment and storage shed.

Primary Objectives

• Assist in the delivery of safe, organised and effective Outdoor Education programme, Certificate II Outdoor Recreation and Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme;
• Ensure all aspects of work are done to a high standard (particularly safety) in accordance with industry best practice risk management.

Work Environment

• Maintain safe and healthy work practices in line with Work Health and Safety policy;
• Comply with all School policies and procedures;
• Display positive interpersonal skills needed for the delivery of quality service with a particular emphasis on communication and teamwork;
• Ensuring all work documents are kept in a confidential manner;
• Attend School functions, as required.

In addition to the above, Teachers are expected to:

• Design and implement curriculum programmes that embrace the School's Learning Framework;
• Create a positive classroom environment that enhances student learning;
• Establish and review students' learning goals/outcomes and modify curriculum programmes accordingly;
• Continuously reflect on teaching practices and fully participate in the School's Personal Learning Programme;
• Build relationships and share teaching insights with colleagues in order to coordinate activities for students;
• Communicate with parents about student learning;
• Demonstrate professionalism and a commitment to professional development;
• Contribute to the School and wider community through involvement in co-curricular activities;
• Maintain accurate records and meet deadlines.

N.B This position description contains the most important duties and tasks regarding the job to be done. It is not an exclusive/exhaustive list.

RELEVANT OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITY SKILLS

• Bushwalking;
• Canoeing on flat water;
• Kayaking on flat water;
• Sea Kayaking in inshore conditions;
• Abseil natural and artificial surfaces/structures;
• Climbing natural and artificial surfaces/structures;
• High and low ropes;
• Campsite management;
• Staff & student management & facilitation;
• Driving 4WD;
• Record keeping for results/assessment and petty cash;
• Logistical organization;
• Expedition skills in group/staff management.

REQUIRED LICENCES/CERTIFICATES 

• Registered with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT);
• Current Full Driver’s License for a manual vehicle;
• Driver Authority License for LR, desirable;
• Current Wilderness or Remote Area First Aid Certification;
• Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation with relevant specialisations and relevant outdoor leadership and activity skills and experience (an advantage);
• Certificate IV in Workplace Assessor (an advantage);
• Use technology to facilitate work requirements;
• Police Check
• Safeguarding Children Checks.

SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

The School takes child protection seriously, and as a staff member or volunteer of The Rockhampton Grammar School, you are required to meet the behaviour standards outlined in our Practice and Behaviour Guidelines. You will receive a copy of these guidelines as part of the induction process.

Therefore, as a part of your duties and responsibilities, you are also required to:

• Provide a welcoming and safe environment for children and young people;
• Promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people to whom we provide services;
• Ensure that your interactions with children and young people are positive and safe;
• Provide adequate care and supervision of children and young people in your charge;
• Act as a positive role model for children and young people;
• Report any suspicions, concerns, allegations or disclosures of alleged abuse to management;
• Maintain valid “working with children” documentation;
• Undergo periodic “national criminal history record” checks;
• Report to management any criminal charges or convictions you receive during the course of your employment that may indicate a possible risk to children and young people.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The successful applicant will be subject to a “Working with Children Check and Criminal Records Check” where applicable. The School undertakes several screening processes to ensure the appropriate protection of children and young people in its care. This includes reference checks, identity checks, qualification check and professional registration checks.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position - please 'apply now' through the RGS Website: Current Career Opportunities | The Rockhampton Grammar School (rgs.qld.edu.au)

Please submit the following compulsory items:

• Cover Letter, indicating why you are applying for this position and detailing your teaching and outdoor education experience;
• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae with the contact details of two work related referees;
• RGS Application for Employment Form.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and are encouraged to be submitted as soon as possible.

Enquiries should be directed to Alison Wright - Head of Secondary School (Students) on 07 4936 0721

*Note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

*Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

*The Rockhampton Grammar School reserves the right to amend this Position Description at its discretion in accordance with any Safeguarding of Children, legislative and/or operational requirements