This is a Full Time Fixed Term position until 12 March 2027. About the Role The primary purpose of this role is to assure the compliance of registered schools, school boarding premises and other school sector providers with the minimum standards for registration, including the Child Safe Standards. The VRQA regulates for quality learning outcomes, and you will play a key role in ensuring that students receive a quality education in safe, well governed environments. The role contributes to the work of a professional, skilled and motivated team in a dynamic environment. A key aspect of the role involves developing relationships with stakeholders across the independent, Catholic and government school sectors, other regulators and government departments in Victoria and nationally. The roll will also liaise with the VRQA's panel of reviewers and financial health assessors. The role will work alongside other members of the VRQA Schools Division to assess the compliance of schools with minimum standards as part of cyclical and out-of-cycle reviews, registration and new school sector providers and amendment to existing registration, and reapproval of CRICOS and non-school senior secondary and foundation secondary provider registrations. Attributes You are a driven, collaborative team player, have excellent written and spoken communications skills, and have experience in regulation, assurance compliance or legal fields. How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a CV and a cover letter summarising their skills and experience against the Key Selection Criteria addressing the essential experience listed (no more than three pages). Further Information For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application. The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page. Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person. Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au. For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Charles Tyers - Manager, Independent Schools via (03) 9059 4515 or charles.tyers@education.vic.gov.au. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements. Applications close 11:59pm on Sunday 1 March 2026.