This is a 36 month fixed term, full-time position commencing October 2026 with possible extension (36 months) and/or permanency

The Department of Education’s Broome Camp School delivers immersive, curriculum aligned outdoor learning programs for diverse student groups. These experiences promote personal growth, environmental stewardship, teamwork, and cultural understanding. The Camp School Manager leads the strategic direction and daily operations of the facility, overseeing program development, staff, stakeholder engagement, and resource management. The role ensures the delivery of high-quality, inclusive, and culturally responsive outdoor education programs that reflect the unique environmental and cultural heritage of Broome and the wider Kimberley region.

Further information about Broome Camp School is available on Schools Online. Visit education.wa.edu.au to find out more information about the Department of Education.

The Role

The successful applicant will oversee the administration of the camp school, including staff, finances, assets, resources, and the maintenance of buildings and grounds. They will lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of engaging, curriculum-aligned outdoor, recreation and environmental education programs.

They will additionally liaise with stakeholders, including Traditional Owners, to plan and deliver culturally responsive educational programs such as two-way science and on-Country learning, relevant to the camp school’s coastal environment and will research natural and social sciences and assess sites of interest for inclusion in educational programs.

Further duties will include promoting the camp school to principals and school group leaders providing information that encourages use of facilities for day, short-stay and extended programs, as well as implementing management processes to maximise effective use of facilities and resources, aiming for self-sustainability where possible.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in Broome and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include: 

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Access to Department of Education housing onsite with a tenancy agreement
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments) 

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact John Burke, Assistant Director, Kimberley Education Regional Office on 0427 083 997 or by emailing John.Burke@education.wa.edu.au

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must: 

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
• hold a current A class drivers licence
• hold a current Senior First Aid certificate
• hold a qualification in aquatic rescue (minimum - Bronze Medallion/Austswim Certificate) appropriate to the location
• hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include: 

• A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A five (5) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:

1. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the development and provision of experiential learning programs that support an outcome focussed approach to teaching and learning in an educational environment.
2. Demonstrated high level organisational and project management skills with the ability to meet conflicting timelines.
3. Demonstrated experience in human resource management, including the ability to develop and apply human resource management practices and processes.
4. Demonstrated well developed financial management skills, including budget preparation and the ability to interpret and apply financial and accounting practices and procedures.
5. Demonstrated high-level oral, written and interpersonal communication skills suitable for a range of specific purposes and audiences, including the ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders at all levels and build good working relationships.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1060022

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 14 August 2026