| Job Type: | contract | Duration: | 2 months |
| Category: | Education / Training / Instruction | Recruiter Reference: | schooltalent/TP/365/1049 |
| URL for Applications: | Apply Here | Salary: | Dependent on experience |
Situated on the beautiful Moray Coast in the North of Scotland, Gordonstoun is widely recognised as the world leader in character education. We run a prestigious and well-established Summer School (GISS) for children aged 8-16 from approximately 40 nationalities. Each year we create a vibrant international community where our staff play a critical role in creating a happy and formative summer experience for our students.
This summer we are chartering Pelican of London, Brian Boru and Spirit of Falmouth to run a series of 3-night trips on the West Coast of Scotland for senior students aged 12-16. GISS are looking to recruit staff to work onboard in a pastoral capacity, to supervise and support the wellbeing of the students. We are looking for excellent youth work skills, experience of working with young people in a residential setting and preferably some experience of sailing and living onboard sailing vessels.
Summer School operates two courses and the West Coast sailing staff are required for the following dates.
Mon 1st July – Thurs 1 August
OR
Thursday 25 July to Thurs 1 August
Residential position with full board. Competitive Salary.
Gordonstoun is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised and under-represented groups. We are recruiting on an ongoing basis so early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the role prior to the advertised closing date. Interviews will be online.
If you’re excited to learn more, please contact giss@gordonstoun.org.uk or call the office on 01343 837821.
Please complete the following application form Application Form – New Senior Staff
Closing date: 31 May 2024
About the School
Gordonstoun is one of the UK’s top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18. Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.
At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too. It is a belief that’s served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.