Pymble Ladies’ College is a school of the Uniting Church in Australia for girls Kindergarten to Year 12 with boarding from Year 7. At Pymble, we foster a world-class educational environment with the importance of global citizenship and a worldwide perspective central to our strategic intent.  

We believe our staff, both teaching and non-teaching, are our most valuable resource. We are proud to have passionate and dedicated staff who recognise the unique strengths and qualities of every Pymble girl. 

The role

Our Outdoor Education Continuum takes girls from their first experiences in the outdoors in Kindergarten through to life-changing journeys in their senior years. As Head of Outdoor Education, you will lead that continuum: crafting experiences that are transformative as well as safe, and sequencing learning that is both fun and challenging as our girls build resilience, problem-solving skills and a deep connection to self, others and the environment.
 
This is a role for someone who wants to shape a program, not simply run one. You will design, resource and deliver Outdoor Education and experiential learning across Kindergarten to Year 12, linking it directly to the curriculum and to our wellbeing framework of Mind, Body and Spirit: nurturing the spirit through connection to nature, strengthening the body through purposeful challenge, and growing the mind through reflection.
 
Based at our Vision Valley Campus in Arcadia, the position is split between the planning and preparation of programs and educating in the field, with regular work at the Pymble campus and at other locations across NSW, interstate and overseas. You will report to the Head of Campus – Vision Valley, partner closely with the Deputy Principal, Heads of Schools and the College Executive team, and lead a specialist team of outdoor education staff.
 
You will also hold operational oversight of risk management across all Vision Valley programming, both onsite and offsite, ensuring programs meet the Australian and NSW Adventure Activity Standards and that our facilities, operations and processes continue to exceed industry best practice.

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Our kind of team member

You will demonstrate the following attributes and capabilities:

• A genuine willingness to support the ethos and values of the College
• Proven experience in Outdoor Education, including knowledge of current best practice, experiential learning and adolescent development
• Demonstrated instructional experience or qualifications across disciplines such as bushwalking, canoeing and kayaking, rock climbing, high and low ropes, mountain biking and adventure-based learning
• The capacity to take a Kindergarten to Year 12 perspective in decision-making and program facilitation, with the ability to identify, support and lead the improvement of an evolving program
• A sound working understanding of risk management and work health and safety in outdoor environments
• Proven experience managing the administrative systems and logistics of outdoor education programs for large groups
• Staff leadership experience, including recruiting, rostering, mentoring and developing teams, and setting clear expectations for professional conduct and performance
• The capacity to work within existing financial budgets and towards revenue targets
• Effective relationship management skills with external service providers, contractors, venues and authorities, parents and carers, local residents and other stakeholders
• Well-developed communication, time management and organisational skills
• An understanding of the importance of student health and wellbeing, and of balance in workloads
• Physical fitness and health, and a commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle to students

The following qualifications and experience are highly desirable:

• Diploma of Outdoor Leadership or a tertiary qualification in Outdoor Education
• Certified and accredited teaching qualifications
• Current Wilderness First Aid certificate, and a water safety and rescue qualification
• A formal work health and safety or risk management qualification, such as a Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
• Activity-specific national leadership or guiding awards across multiple disciplines, aligned to the Australian Adventure Activity Standards
• A Light Rigid (LR) driver’s licence, or a willingness to obtain one within the probation period; a boat or PWC licence and four-wheel-drive experience
• Significant experience leading outdoor education in a school setting, across both residential and expedition-based programs
• Experience designing, implementing and reviewing a whole-school outdoor education continuum, and integrating outdoor learning with wellbeing and curriculum programs
• Experience coordinating, leading and reviewing remote, multi-day expeditions with school-aged groups

Your kind of workplace

Pymble people are at the heart of what the College offers its students. That’s why every Teacher, Professional Services and Co-curricular staff member is valued for being the person they are, for the quality of their work, for their diverse contribution and for their wins – big and small. We express our appreciation in many ways, including through recognition programs, story sharing, celebrations, feedback, and competitive remuneration.

We treasure our caring, collegiate community, which Pymble people often refer to as the ‘Pymble family’. We also appreciate that our family is not the only one in the lives of Pymble people, so we ‘walk the talk’ when it comes to supporting work-life balance, providing family benefits and contributing to community connections.

Your kind of benefits

The salary for this role is highly competitive and commensurate with experience. We also offer a range of benefits, including:

Financial
School fee discounts, discounts on places in our Early Years School for 0 to 5-year-olds, salary packaging, financial support for further study (subject to approval), and access to discounts with over 700 retailers and suppliers through the Pymble Discounts app.
 
Health and wellbeing support
Free confidential coaching and counselling, onsite preventative health checks, use of the Vision Valley facilities, various staff-led exercise groups and free annual flu vaccinations.
 
Social and community connections
Termly staff gatherings, whole-school Christmas party, book clubs and a beautiful staff lounge and kitchen.
 
Family-friendly support
We walk the talk when it comes to supporting families at home in all their shapes and sizes, with above MEA paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements and parental leave check in days and onsite breastfeeding facilities.
 
Professional Learning
Extensive opportunities including a welcome program for new starters, leadership programs, postgraduate study support, mentoring and professional learning grants.
 
Onsite Accommodation
The possibility of accommodation at our Vision Valley Campus is subject to availability and a separate agreement should the preferred candidate look to reside onsite.
 

We also provide a wide range of opportunities for Pymble people personally and professionally through growth strategies, career progression, access to the latest technology and best in class resources.

Our kind of process

To learn more about this position, the calibre of person we are seeking to appoint, what makes Pymble an excellent place to work and continue your journey of professional growth - please submit your application online.

Our process normally involves two rounds of interviews and reference checks. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date. Applications for this opportunity will close on Sunday 30th August 2026.

Successful candidates must provide a paid Working with Children Check prior to engagement.

Pymble Ladies’ College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workforce which represents the diverse society in which we live. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

We acknowledge the Durramurragal as the traditional custodians of the land on which our College is built. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future recognising the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.