Risk and Compliance Manager

Join a leading Independent School in a role that truly makes a difference

Are you a strategic thinker with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for creating safe compliant and ethically responsible environments Do you thrive in roles that require both big-picture planning and hands-on implementation If so we invite you to bring your expertise to our dynamic school community as our Risk & Compliance Manager.

ABOUT US

Camberwell Grammar School is an independent Anglican day school for boys from Pre-Preparatory to Year 12. We aim to give every student in our care the very best education in order to prepare them for life beyond school. We are a learning community which encourages staff students past students and parents to involve themselves fully in all aspects of school life and to identify themselves with its values: Learning Respect Integrity Courage and Optimism. We are proud of the warm spirit and sense of community that characterises our school family.

Our School campus is located in the leafy inner east suburb of Canterbury on land originally inhabited by the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation and blends period architecture with exciting contemporary design and state-of-the-art facilities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Risk & Compliance Manager youll play a pivotal role in safeguarding our schools operations. Reporting directly to the Business Manager youll lead the development implementation and continuous improvement of our risk management compliance and occupational health & safety frameworksensuring we meet the highest standards in governance privacy and care.

A cornerstone of your role will be championing our unwavering commitment to Child Safety. Youll guide policies practices and training programs that foster a culture of trust accountability and protection for every student in our care. Youll also serve on critical governance and safety committees and contribute meaningfully to the schools long-term planning and resilience.

This is a full time position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development and ongoing refinement of the schools risk and compliance frameworks.
• Oversee and improve systems to support OHS privacy governance and legal compliance.
• Champion a child-safe culture supporting training risk assessments and policy alignment with Child Safe Standards.
• Maintain and test the schools Business Continuity Plan and guide emergency preparedness.
• Provide expert support on insurance contract reviews school events risk assessments and policy implementation.
• Lead OHS practices across the school including training audits incident and Workcover claims management and legislative compliance.

WHAT YOULL BRING

• A relevant degree in Risk & Compliance Law Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory environments quality management systems and compliance auditing.
• Proven experience in change management and strategic risk leadership.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and coach stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive analytical mindset with high attention to detail and integrity.

WHY JOIN CAMBERWELL GRAMMAR SCHOOL

This is not a back-office role; its your opportunity to be a visible and valued contributor in a vibrant school community shaping safety governance and quality outcomes that directly impact the lives of students staff and families.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT CAMBERWELL GRAMMAR

• Competitive remuneration
• Generous leave provisions
• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Access to outstanding state of the art facilities
• A progressive supportive and well-resourced educational environment
• A welcoming innovative and passionate team

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and as such the recruitment process may commence immediately.

Applications close: 27 October 2025

The successful candidate will need a Working with Childrens Check and National Police Check.

Child Safety Commitment Statement

Camberwell Grammar School is unwavering in its commitment to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in its care. We are dedicated to creating a secure inclusive and respectful environment where every student feels valued respected and empowered to thrive.

Child Safety and Wellbeing Responsibilities

This role involves active participation in maintaining and promoting child safety and wellbeing across all aspects of school life. Your duties and responsibilities include:

Ensuring Safety:

• Actively identify assess and mitigate risks to child safety within the school environment both physical and digital.
• Implement the schools child safety policies and practices to safeguard students from harm.

Fostering Wellbeing:

• Create a positive and inclusive environment that supports the emotional social and academic needs of all students.
• Work collaboratively with students families and colleagues to promote a culture of respect inclusion and safety.

Responding to Concerns:

• Monitor and report any concerns or incidents regarding child safety to the schools Child Safety Officer or designated authority.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all child safety concerns or incidents.

Engaging with Diverse Needs:

• Support children from a variety of cultural linguistic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to meeting the unique needs of students with disabilities or other specific challenges.

Modelling Ethical Conduct:

• Exhibit professional behaviour that aligns with the schools values and child safety standards.
• Lead by example to foster a culture of trust respect and accountability.

Camberwell Grammar School invites candidates who share our commitment to child safety and wellbeing to contribute to our community and help every student reach their full potential.