Newcastle Grammar School is the pre-eminent co-educational independent school in the Hunter Region for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. We offer an innovative and holistic academic environment that fosters personal achievement to deliver first class outcomes for our students.
The Role
An opportunity exists for aRisk and Compliance Officer to join our team of dedicated professionals. This position is responsible for coordinating the efficient and effective delivery of the School's relevant compliance requirements while providing expertise to provide a safe and secure learning environment for staff and students.
This role will be split into three key areas including:
- Workplace Health & Safety
- Policies & Procedure Implementation and development
Within these key areas, you will be responsible for:
- Reviewing risk assessments for School-approved events, excursions, tours and activities in accordance with relevant legislative and compliance requirements
- Monitoring and maintaining an overview of the School's risk register
- Monitoring changes to legislation and assessing the implications for the School's current risk framework
- Identifying and evaluating new risks and compliance requirements
- Chair the WHS committees and meetings
- Prepare reports of any WHS issues
- Recommending, coordinating, and participating in health and safety policy and procedure development
- Ongoing research and review of current policies and processes to ensure compliance against relevant legislation
- Providing high level advice to senior members of the School
What We Offer
The Board of NGS is focused on an innovative and sustainable future by building world-class facilities and employing exceptional staff.
In addition, some of the benefits of working at NGS include:
- Discounted school fees
- Leadership opportunities and career progression
- Access to practical staff wellbeing activities and financial advice through our partnerships with external organisations - for example, counselling, salary sacrificing and novated car leases.
About You
You are a passionate employee who has:
- Tertiary qualifications in risk management (or similar)
- Holds a current Working with Children Check
- Experience working in a complex organisation and proven experience in risk and compliance
- High level of computer and administration skills and capacity to produce structured detailed plans and reports.
NGS applies best practice standards in the recruitment and screening of employees, to engage the most suitable people to work with our students and ensure a safe environment for children. We have a zero tolerance for child abuse and other harm and are committed to acting in students' best interests.Preferred applicants undergo child protection screening, National Police Checks and background checks, and must adhere to our child-safe practices outlined in the Child SafeProgram policies on our website.
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Risk & Compliance Officer in Newcastle employer: Newcastle Grammar School
Newcastle Grammar School is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work environment that fosters innovation in teaching. With a strong commitment to professional development, teachers are encouraged to grow their skills and engage in meaningful educational practices, all while being part of a vibrant community in the heart of Newcastle. The school's focus on STEM education ensures that educators can make a significant impact on students' learning journeys.
