Overview
We are working with a leading private independent school in Sydney, committed to excellence in education and the wellbeing of our students and staff. Our school fosters a dynamic learning environment while upholding the highest standards of governance, compliance, and risk management.
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Risk and Compliance Officer to join their dedicated Risk and Compliance team. A successful applicant must have school experience. Teachers with WHS experience may apply.
Location: Sydney
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience: Must have experience in the education sector (essential). School experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Developing, implementing, and maintaining risk management and compliance frameworks tailored to the education sector
- Ensuring compliance with child protection laws, Working With Children Checks, duty of care obligations, and student welfare standards
- Supporting WHS initiatives specific to school settings, including playground and excursion safety, emergency preparedness, and incident management
- Monitoring compliance with curriculum and educational standards, privacy obligations, and records management requirements
- Assisting with regulatory reporting to education authorities, accreditation bodies, and school boards
- Providing training and guidance to staff on policies, procedures, and legislative requirements
- Supporting regular compliance audits and risk assessments across school operations, including co-curricular and off-site activities
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in a similar risk and compliance role within a school or educational environment (essential)
- Strong knowledge of education-specific regulatory and WHS requirements
- Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
- A proactive, collaborative approach with the ability to work across all levels of the organisation
- For more details and to apply, please visit our client’s website to review the full Role Description and complete the Employment Application.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a highly regarded and supportive school community.
- Enjoy a cooperative work environment that values professional growth and development.
- Competitive salary package and benefits.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role to
Job Details
- Location: Sydney
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Education sector experience: Essential
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📌 Risk Manager
🏢 Cox Purtell Staffing Services
📍 Sydney