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Box Hill Institute | Full-time, On-going Position

Join a leading vocational education provider as a Teacher in Outdoor Education and help shape the next generation of outdoor leaders. Based at our Lilydale Lakeside Campus, this hands-on teaching role combines classroom learning with immersive, real-world outdoor experiences across regional and remote locations.

You'll play a key part in delivering high-quality training that empowers students to build meaningful careers in Australia's outdoor recreation sector.

This is a full-time, on-going opportunity. Salary range aligns to the current MEA: L1.1 - L3.5 $84,618 - $128,887 per annum (dependent on qualifications & experience), plus 12% superannuation.

Why work with us?

At Box Hill Institute, we offer more than just a job - we offer a supportive and rewarding work environment where your wellbeing, growth and achievements are celebrated. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally:

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• On-site parking for added convenience (FREE at Lilydale campus)
• Career progression opportunities and reward & recognition programs to celebrate your success
• Generous leave options such as Defence Reserve Service, Emergency Response, up to 20 days paid Family Violence leave and up to 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Health and wellbeing supports and resources, including FREE flu-vaccinations, FREE skin checks, FREE health checks and corporate health insurance discounts
• Financial perks like novated leasing and salary packaging
• Exclusive staff discounts on CAE/Box Hill Institute short courses for staff and their immediate family as well as discounted access to our on-campus retail services such as floristry, day spa and beauty salons, hairdressing salon, barbershop, restaurant, vet & dog grooming - all delivered by students in training, under the supervision of their teachers.

About the role

As a Teacher - Outdoor Education, you will deliver engaging, industry-aligned training within the Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership. Working within a collaborative and innovative teaching environment, you will support students to achieve their goals, develop employability skills, and transition into further study or employment.

This role is primarily based at Lilydale, with regular travel to remote and regional locations for field delivery, as well as occasional work at other campuses as required.

What you'll do:

• Deliver dynamic, student-centred training and assessment using blended and flexible learning approaches
• Design and develop high-quality, compliant teaching resources and assessment materials
• Facilitate engaging learning experiences both in the classroom and in outdoor/field-based environments
• Build strong relationships with industry to ensure course delivery aligns with current workforce needs
• Support students' development of practical skills, employability and career pathways
• Conduct workplace visits and maintain connections with employers and community organisations
• Foster a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment

About You:

You are a passionate educator and outdoor industry professional who thrives in dynamic, hands-on learning environments. You bring a strong commitment to student success and the ability to adapt your teaching to diverse learner needs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122)
• Relevant vocational qualification in Outdoor Leadership, Outdoor Recreation or a related field
• Demonstrated industry experience within outdoor recreation and/or leadership disciplines
• Experience in teaching outdoor education in secondary schools will be highly regarded.

Skills & Capabilities

• Demonstrated skills and/or capabilities in at least one (or multiple) of the following outdoor activities: bushwalking, canoeing, climbing, or mountain biking, with the ability to support and engage participants safely and confidently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport across diverse groups
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, wellbeing and inclusive education practices
• Understanding of compliance, OH&S, and regulatory requirements within vocational education
• Alignment with a child-safe, inclusive and values-based workplace
• Have, or be willing to obtain, Victorian Working with Children Check and National Police Check clearance.

About us:

For over 100 years, we've been changing lives for the better, continuing to make this world a better place for all. By providing people with opportunities to expand their knowledge, experience and understanding of the world, we empower them to change their lives.

Our students can pursue everything - non-accredited short courses through the Centre for Adult Education (CAE); senior secondary qualifications including the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM); vocational certificates (including pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships and traineeships) and diplomas; and higher education degrees and a graduate certificate.

We are committed to a highly motivated and aligned workforce, so we'll be by your side to enable you, help you grow and offer you benefits which enhance your work-life balance.

Apply now

All applications must be submitted online and include a cover letter and current resume.

For specific enquiries relating to this position, please contact Jonathon Kloester at j.kloester@boxhill.edu.au

Applications close: 5pm, Wednesday 22nd July 2026

Please note: We will be assessing applications as they come in and the position may be filled before the closing date

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Box Hill Institute is a welcoming, safe and respectful work environment. We are work-life friendly and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.

Commitment to child safety

Box Hill Institute is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance towards the harm or abuse of children and young people.

We believe that child safety is everyone's responsibility. All employees, volunteers, contractors and service providers are required to promote a culture of child safety, comply with the Child Safe Standards and other relevant legislation and reporting obligations of suspected child abuse as per the Institute's Child Safety Policy and Procedures.

All employees are required to hold and maintain a current, valid Working with Children Check for the duration of their employment at their own expense.

Candidates for employment at Box Hill Institute will be subject to pre-employment probity checks, and must satisfy Box Hill Institute's pre-conditions for employment.

Box Hill Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage.