Situated on the beautiful Moray Coast in the North of Scotland, Gordonstoun is widely recognised as the world leader in character education.We have a co-educational community of over 500 students aged from 6-18, who are predominantly full boarding and are drawn from over 40 countries.The Gordonstoun Sail Training Department are recruiting Seasonal Watch Leaders for the 2025 sailing season (April to October) with the potential for a permanent post at the end of the season for the right candidate. This is a great opportunity to become a member of the Gordonstoun staff with a generous salary and benefit package that includes accommodation and meals.Candidates must have a RYA Day Skipper or above and a current ENG1 Medical Fitness Certificate, as per maritime regulations.Please note a proven track record in Sail Training in positions of responsibility on sail training vessels is essential for this post. Gordonstoun is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised and under-represented groups.If you’re excited to learn more, please email our recruitment department at recruitment@gordonstoun.org.uk or contact them on (01343) 837837About the SchoolGordonstoun 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.
**Skills Required**
● Experience in positions of responsibility aboard Sail Training vessels over 20 meters LOA
● Powerboat /Safety Boat qualifications
● Maintenance and Refit experience
● Knowledge of Safety management Systems
● Conscientious and diligent, with excellent attention to detail.
● Enthusiastic, diplomatic and calm under pressure.
● A proven track record of strong working relationships with students, colleagues and customers.
● A positive and proactive attitude to manage a high volume of work.
● Flexible, with a can-do attitude.
● Someone who creates a positive and cooperative working environment.
● A good situational awareness with regard to the safety of others
● Ability to work constructively with young people in challenging situations
● Enthusiasm for passing on their interests and passions for sailing and the maritime environment.
● A commitment to Gordonstoun’s unique educational ethos.
● A commitment to doing the best for students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
● Ability to lead a watch of 5 or 6 Trainees in all aspects of the voyage including domestic tasks.
● Ability to keep a watch at sea without support from senior staff
● Ability to safely lead all deck-work tasks including setting, reefing and lowering sails.
● Can follow procedures for carrying out emergency drills.
● Familiar with vessel maintenance and recording systems
● Able to carry out basic repair tasks and equipment checks
● Able to carry out and supervise RIB and Launch transfers to/from the vessel and the shore
● Is able to contribute to the debriefing and appraisal of Trainees
● Happy to spend extended periods living and working on board a sail training vessel in shared accommodation
● Is able to interact socially with young people in a positive and appropriate way
● ENG 1 medical fitness certificate as per maritime regulations
● Suitable to work with children
● A full PVG check will be completed on the successful candidate
● Experience of working with children and young people
**Qualifications Required**
● RYA Yachtmaster Day skipper/Watch leader certificate or above
● First Aid Certificate
● Commercial Endorsement
● RYA Powerboat level 2
● RYA Diesel Engine Course
● Firefighting course
● Food Hygiene course
Certificates to be shown at interview
**Keywords**
Seamanship
Sailing
Sport
