Full time Permanent Position Commencing Term 1 2027

PLC Perth in Western Australia is one of Australia's leading schools' for girls with approximately 1000 students from Pre K - Year 12. We have an impressive academic record, extensive and successful sporting, performing arts and co-curricular programmes, and we empower students to be brave, authentic, and ready to embrace the opportunities of today and tomorrow. At PLC, we pride ourselves on knowing and valuing every student, inspiring them to discover and develop their unique gifts in a safe and supportive environment. This vibrant community is an exciting and rewarding place to work.

The role

We have a new opportunity for a qualified and experienced Outdoor Education Teachers to join our team in a permanent ongoing role. The successful candidate will be a passionate educator with experience in developing, co-ordinating and leading a range of Outdoor Education programmes.

- Design & develop Outdoor Education programmes within the college
- Attend all Year level Outdoor Education programmes
- Co-ordinate & lead programmes as determined by the Director of Outdoor Education at the beginning of each year. This includes pre, during and post programme planning & logistics.
- Lead and provide direction for internal and external teams of programme staff - co-ordinating activities and allocating responsibiliies collaboratively.
- Lead and direct groups of students during outdoor activities.
- Ensure high levels of safety for students and staff in all activities, and ensure all safety,



legal and other compliance requirements are met at all times and high standards maintained.

The successful candidate will possess

- Formal Outdoor Education and Teaching qualifications and be eligible for registration with TRBWA.
- Previous demonstrated experience in planning, co-ordinating and conducting school based Outdoor Education programmes.
- Exceptional communication and relationship building skills.
- Strong team and collaboration skills, and the ability to lead and direct teams of OE instructors, teaching staff and others involved in OE programmes.
- A passion for the Outdoors and developing the same love and enthusiasm in others.
- Well developed risk management and contingency planning knowledge and experience.

Applications

Applications should be submitted via SEEK, including a cover letter and resume, and be addressed to the Principal Cate Begbie, by 4.00pm Friday 6 November 2026. Please apply promptly as interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

PLC strives to provide excellent conditions of employment, a supportive work culture and a positive and inspiring work environment.

At PLC, we take child protection seriously. All candidates for roles at PLC are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our recruitment process.

Acknowledgement

PLC acknowledges the Whadjak Noongar people as the traditional custodians of the land on which the College stands and pays respect to elders past and present.

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