Leader Compliance, Governance and Quality Assurance QLD/NT
* Location: Brisbane/Townsville (or by negotiation)
* Contract: Continuing, Full-time
* Start: To be negotiated as soon as possible with successful applicant
ABOUT THE ORGANISATION:
EREA Flexible Schools Ltd is a company limited by guarantee established by the Member, TEREA (Trustees of Edmund Rice Education Australia) to lead and govern the Flexible Schools and Special Schools across all states and territories except the ACT and Victoria. EREA Flexible Schools Ltd is responsible for the strategic direction, financial management and legal obligations of each school. Strict line-of-sight governance arrangements must be in place.
Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Flexible Schools Ltd currently educates over 2,400 young people in 23 Flexible Learning Schools and two Special Education Services Schools in NSW, with approximately 700 staff nationally. Our special schools serve young people with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities and our Flexi schools serve young people who experience complex educational, social or psychological situations which demand unique responses. They enable young people to engage in education in a supported learning environment through a methodology based on trauma informed practice, to co-create a Common Ground using Operation by Principles, in which the principles of Honesty, Respect, Participation, Safe & Legal are embedded.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Leader Compliance, Governance and Quality Assurance QLD/NTisresponsible for ensuring the effective implementation, governance, monitoring and continuous improvement of compliance, risk, businessoperationsand quality assurance frameworks across QLD/NT, acting under the direction of the Regional Directors CNQ and SEQ/NT. The role will work closely with the National Risk and Compliance team to embed national risk,complianceand policy initiatives across the region.
The Leader Compliance, Governance and Quality Assurance QLD/NT willprovidespecialised advice, guidance and leadership to Principals, school teams and Regional Directors on business operations,complianceand quality assurance frameworks. The role supports the operationalisation of organisational policies, national frameworks, quality management systems (QMS)and business processes. Itmonitorsand guides schools to meet regulatory, legislative and accreditation requirements and ensures continuous improvement across business operations, reporting, dataintegrityand audit preparedness. The role will also work collaboratively with the Leader of Risk and Compliance QLD/NT to provide comprehensive support to the QLD/NT region.
This positionoperatesacross multiple schools and requires travel to support leaders in embedding consistent business operations, compliancepracticesand quality management systems. The role strengthens school capability in meeting regulatory, legislative and accreditation obligations while enhancing operational effectiveness.
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ABOUT YOU:
* Understanding of and commitment to the values of a Catholic educational system of schools in the Edmund Rice tradition.
* Proven senior leadership experience, both strategic and operational, characterised by strong organisational, administrative, communication, and leadership skills, particularly in relation to areas outlined in this position.
* Able to demonstrate the high-level communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills necessary to be successful in a complex and layered organisational structure.
* Demonstrated capability in business operations, compliance, and quality assurance within an education context.
* Strong analytical, reporting and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
* Ability to collaborate across complex organisational structures with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Experience developing and implementing frameworks, systems and processes that meet regulatory and compliance requirements.
* Experience training and mentoring staff in systems, procedures and quality standards.
* Qualifications in Business, Education, Quality Management, Compliance or related discipline.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
* Learn how to do school differently
* Supportive multi-disciplinary team environment
* Options for salary packaging
* Enhanced superannuation benefits
* Induction, wellbeing and ongoing professional development
* Free EAP counselling services
HOW TO APPLY (Please upload documents in PDF format)
To apply for a position, please complete the application form below. To support your application, you will be required to provide a current CV and Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Todd Alloway, Regional Director of CNQ EREA Flexible Schools Ltd. at email todd.alloway@flexi.edu.au.
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt
The successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check.
All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.
Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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