Join a purpose-driven organisation shaping the future of early childhood education.
At BPA Early Learning, we're passionate about supporting every child to flourish through safe, equitable, and culturally responsive education. As one of Victoria's largest not-for-profit providers of kindergarten and child care, we're proud of our people, our impact, and our commitment to excellence.
We're now looking for a People & Culture Business Partner to join our team and support our services through strong, consistent and people-focused HR practices.
About the Role
This is a hands-on Business Partnering role within our People & Culture team. Reporting to the GM People & Culture, you will work closely with Service Leaders and operational stakeholders to support day-to-day people matters across your allocated portfolio.
You will:
* Partner with Service Leaders and operational teams to support people-related matters across the employee lifecycle
* Provide timely, practical advice on employee relations, performance, and workplace matters, with support from the Senior Business Partner where required
* Support recruitment activities including advertising, shortlisting, and coordinating interviews
* Assist with onboarding, offboarding, and employment changes through Employment Hero
* Support workforce planning and assist services with managing staffing needs
* Maintain accurate employee records and support HRIS data integrity
* Contribute to the rollout and embedding of P&C processes, frameworks, and initiatives
* Build strong, trusted relationships across your portfolio of services
You're a proactive and approachable HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and partnering with leaders to get the best outcomes for their teams.
You will bring:
* 2–4+ years' experience in HR or a Business Partnering or generalist role
* Experience supporting the full employee lifecycle
* Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
* Foundational knowledge of employment legislation and employee relations practices
* Experience using HR systems (Employment Hero highly regarded)
* Strong organisation skills and attention to detail
* A practical, solutions-focused approach
* A genuine passion for people and culture
At BPA, we invest in our people because we know they make the difference.
We offer:
* Professional development and growth opportunities
* Support and mentoring from a Senior Business Partner
* A supportive, inclusive and values-driven culture
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Strong peer networks and collaboration opportunities
* The chance to make a real impact in children's lives
We live our values every day:
* Inclusiveness – ensuring access for every child
* Quality – delivering excellence in education
* Integrity – acting with honesty and respect
* Collaboration – working together for better outcomes
* Valid Working with Children Check
* National Police Check
* Right to work in Australia
* Valid driver's licence
If you're looking to grow your career in People & Culture and contribute to a purpose-led organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply via LinkedIn or submit your application today.
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