Gordonstoun International Summer School - Outdoor Education Instructors

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 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.

We are looking to recruit the following roles:

Outdoor Education Instructor (based on Gordonstoun campus)

West Coast (OBT Staff) (supporting students on their Adventure Phase at Outward Bound Trust)

West Coast Sailing Staff (supporting students onboard Tall Ships)

Course Dates – Tuesday 30th June 2026 – Monday 3rd August 2026.

Applicants must have a relevant breadth of outdoor education experience and qualifications. Experience of working in an education, boarding school environment is also required.

Residential accommodation with full board is provided (for West Coast Sailing staff onboard the Tall Ships) and a competitive salary based on experience.

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.

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All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

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. xekaoyc Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.