EcoSanctuary Coordinator

Tatachilla Lutheran College - McLaren Vale (see more jobs from this school)

MCLAREN VALE, SA 


Coordinator

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.88 FTE)

Applications Close: 23 February 2026


An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate candidate with the relevant qualifications and experience to lead our EcoSanctuary team!

<p><strong>ECOSANCTUARY COORDINATOR</strong></p> <p><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tatachilla Lutheran College, McLaren Vale, South Australia</p> <p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Permanent part-time: 0.70 - 0.88 FTE</p> <p><strong>Start Date:</strong> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; March 2026</p> <p>The Environmental Education Coordinator leads the development and delivery ecological education and community engagement in accordance with the College’s strategic goals. This position oversees the implementation of the EcoClassroom environmental education program, sustainability initiatives, and the care of flora and fauna within the EcoSanctuary in line with management plans and legislative requirements. The position will also manage the Environmental Team, support the creation of a sustainable business plan, and foster strong relationships with staff, community organisations, and government bodies.</p> <p>This role also includes the management of three native species (one endangered), in a semi wild environment, for education programs and caring for them.</p> <p>The Coordinator will liaise and develop meaningful relationships with College staff, community groups, non-government and government agencies. The Coordinator will develop and implement the College’s EcoSanctuary Strategic Plan, Management Plan, and Sustainability Policy in line with the six principles of the Lutheran Education Earth Care Charter.&nbsp;</p> <p>This role is predominantly 40 weeks per year (term time) with rostered school holiday hours shared over the EcoSanctuary team.</p> <p>A detailed description of the role including the selection criteria and the application requirements can be found on the College Website</p> <p><a href="https://www.tatachilla.sa.edu.au/careers-at-tatachilla/employment-vacancies" rel="nofollow">https://www.tatachilla.sa.edu.au/careers-at-tatachilla/employment-vacancies</a>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Applications close at 9am, Monday 23 February 2026</strong></p>

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<p>1. Write a covering letter of up to two pages, addressing the selection criteria;</p> <p>2. Include a curriculum vitae; and</p> <p>3. List three referees, one being a pastoral/character referee</p> <p>Applications that do not meet the above requirements will not be considered.</p> <p>Applications should be addressed to the Business Director, Tatachilla Lutheran College and sent electronically to: &nbsp;<i><strong><a href="mailto:jobs@tatachilla.sa.edu.au?subject=EcoSanctuary%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">jobs@tatachilla.sa.edu.au</a></strong></i></p> <p><strong>Applications close on 9am on Monday, 23 February 2026</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>