About Brisbane Catholic Education

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self‑discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an key part of our ethos.

About Our School

St Ambrose’s School is a vibrant inner‑city primary school with an enrolment of over 140 students, located in Newmarket. Rooted in the values of our ‘Habits of the Heart,’ we are dedicated to providing a high‑quality, inclusive Catholic education. At St Ambrose’s, our passionate staff are deeply committed to the mission of teaching. Together with parents and the wider community, we strive to create an environment that not only encourages academic excellence but also cultivates the personal and spiritual growth of each student.

Summary

- Location: St Ambrose’s Primary School, Newmarket
- Start date: 03/08/2026
- Work hours: 24.00 / 4 days per week (6 hours per day)
- Salary: $39.44 + super (School Salary Scale)
- Status: Term Time Continuing
- Ad close date: 7 August 2026
- Contact: John Hinton |

About The Opportunity

- Overseeing the development, maintenance and operations of relevant systems and resources and recommending improvements to processes and procedures.
- Developing and interpreting legislation, regulations,



procedures and other guideline material relating to operations within the school.
- Delivering and advising staff, students, and the school community on policy updates and publishing via appropriate channels.
- Facilitating the completion and reporting on risk and compliance tasks through the appropriate avenues.
- Advising and facilitating the conduct of risk assessments by responsible staff members for school events.

About You

- Expertise in developing, maintaining, and improving operational systems and processes.
- Strong understanding of legislation, regulations, and guidelines to interpret and apply within a school setting.
- Ability to communicate policy updates clearly to a wide variety of groups and stakeholders.
- Experience in managing and reporting on risk and compliance tasks effectively.
- Skilled in advising and facilitating risk assessments for events.
- Tertiary qualification at Associate Diploma/Diploma in a related field.

Eligibility and Safeguarding Requirements

- Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
- Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Benefits

- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.




- Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements.
- Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards.
- Salary packaging and salary‑sacrificing options.
- Active staff social club and wellness programmes.
- Personal support through the Employee Assistance Programme.
- Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving flexible access to a network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults‑at‑risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults‑at‑risk.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

By choosing to continue, you agree to the Privacy Policy (Employment Collection Notice which includes being contacted by Brisbane Catholic Education in future if a similar position becomes available) and to be included in BCE’s talent pools for future opportunities.

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📌 Risk and Compliance / WHS Officer - St Ambrose's Primary School, NEWMARKET (Brisbane City)
🏢 Brisbane Catholic Education
📍 Brisbane City