Risk and Compliance Manager

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Risk and Compliance Manager to join our vibrant school community .

Location:  Tuggeranong, ACT

Employment Type:  Full-time

Employment Status:  Ongoing

Start Date:  negotiable

Additional benefits: Employee Assistance Program, School fee concessions, relocation expenses, annual Staff Development Award

Trinity Christian School is an independent Preschool to Year 12 school where students develop spiritually, academically, socially, emotionally and physically through a wide range of learning experiences. We recognise the individual worth of each person and their responsibility to others.  Trinity promotes staff excellence and values the benefit that our professional team bring to the school. Trinity offers all the professional advantages of a large and established organisation. However, our distinctive structure enables us to develop and support smaller caring communities of staff and families united by Christian vision, mission and values.

About the Role

The Risk and Compliance Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and compliance of the school community. This role oversees the development, implementation, and monitoring of risk management frameworks, Work Health and Safety (WHS) systems, and compliance obligations. The position also manages the planning and approval processes for school excursions and off-site activities, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and the school’s Christian values.

Essential Criteria

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in risk management, WHS, compliance, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably within an educational or not-for-profit setting.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, privacy, workers compensation and risk management frameworks.
• Experience in policy development, compliance reporting, and incident investigation.
• Current Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.
• A committed Christian with a personal faith in Jesus Christ and alignment with the School’s Doctrinal Basis.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Discretion, integrity, and a commitment to confidentiality.

Application Process

Applicants are required to complete the online application form at www.tcs.act.edu.au/employment and provide a Candidate’s Statement, Response to each of the Key Areas of Responsibility and Curriculum Vitae. 

For further information about the School, please visit our school website www.tcs.act.edu.au

Initial enquiries: Please contact Rachel Lim, HR Officer on 02 6210 7500 or email employment@tcs.act.edu.au