Casual Outdoor Education InstructorAbout the roleAboutHelp young people build resilience, confidence and character through powerful outdoor experiences.The Kokoda Youth Foundation (KYF) is seeking passionate Casual Outdoor Education Instructors to join our team delivering experiential learning programs at Camp Kokoda and Kokoda Park.Through outdoor challenges, community living, and adventure-based learning, our programs help young people develop leadership, teamwork, resilience and self-awareness—guided by the Spirit of Kokoda: Courage, Endurance, Mateship and Sacrifice.If you enjoy working with young people, thrive in outdoor environments, and believe challenge can inspire growth, we'd love to hear from you.Why This Role MattersAs an Outdoor Education Instructor, you help create experiences that shape how young people see themselves and their potential.You'll guide participants through outdoor challenges that encourage them to show courage when facing difficulty, endurance when things are tough, mateship when supporting others, and sacrifice when putting the team first.Your leadership helps ensure every participant feels safe, supported, and capable of achieving more than they thought possible.Key ResponsibilitiesProgram FacilitationFacilitate adventure-based activities such as high ropes, low ropes, giant swing, abseiling, archery, initiatives, canoeing and expeditionsDeliver programs using challenge-by-choice experiential learning approachesSupport participants to develop leadership, teamwork, resilience and self-awarenessBuild strong rapport with students and teachers while maintaining professional boundariesEmbed the Spirit of Kokoda values in program deliverySafety & Risk ManagementDeliver all activities in line with safety operating procedures and risk management protocolsMaintain high levels of participant supervision and duty of careIdentify hazards, manage risks, and respond to incidents when requiredProvide first aid,



emergency response, rescues or evacuations if neededCamp OperationsSupport campsite routines including meal planning, food preparation and supervision of cookingAssist with equipment setup, pack down and storageComplete program documentation and operational tasksContribute to maintaining safe and welcoming program environmentsFacilities & Operational SupportAssist with basic maintenance tasks such as site upkeep and equipment careReport damaged equipment or safety concernsSupport the overall presentation and functioning of Camp KokodaWhat Success Looks LikeSuccessful instructors:Deliver safe, engaging and challenging outdoor programsBuild strong rapport with participants and teaching staffCreate environments where teamwork, inclusion and mutual support thriveDemonstrate calm leadership in dynamic outdoor environmentsUphold high standards of professionalism and safetyConsistently model the values of Courage, Endurance, Mateship and SacrificeAbout YouYou're someone who believes outdoor experiences can transform how young people think, lead and grow.You bring:Experience working inoutdoor education, camps, youth development or experiential learningStronggroup facilitation and communication skillsThe ability to lead groups inremote outdoor environmentsA collaborative mindset and positive attitudeHigh levels ofpersonal responsibility, preparation and professionalismA strong commitment tochild safety and duty of careDesirableQualifications in Outdoor Recreation, Outdoor Education,



Outdoor Leadership or similarExperience delivering multi-day residential programsActivity-specific qualifications (ropes, paddling, bushwalking etc.)Essential RequirementsWilderness / Remote First Aid and CPRWorking with Children Check (Blue Card)National Police CheckValid driver's licencePhysical capacity to participate in outdoor and ropes activitiesChild Safety & WellbeingThe safety and wellbeing of children and young people is our highest priority.KYF maintains a zero-tolerance approach to harm, abuse, neglect, discrimination and exploitation.
All staff are required to:Demonstrate child-safe behaviours and maintain professional boundariesAct in the best interests of young people at all timesRecognise and report risks, concerns, or disclosuresFollow safeguarding policies and mandatory reporting obligationsContribute to a culture where children feel safe, respected and heardChild-safe conduct is a non-negotiable condition of employment.Cultural Safety & InclusionWe are committed to creating environments where all people feel safe, respected and included.Our programs recognise and respect the cultural identity, voice and wellbeing of every participant.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ApplicantsThe Kokoda Youth Foundation strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.We recognise the knowledge, leadership and connection to Country that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples bring to outdoor education and youth development.
We are committed to culturally protected workplaces and welcome conversations about support and pathways within our organisation.What We OfferMeaningful work supporting the growth of young peopleOpportunities to work in inspiring outdoor environmentsA strongvalues-driven team cultureProfessional development and training opportunitiesFlexible casual work across outdoor education programs
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📌 Youth Support Officer – Ipswich (Queensland)
🏢 Kokoda Youth Foundation
📍 Queensland