Executive Director - People and Workplace Relations

Reporting directly to the Principal, this executive leadership role is responsible for the strategic direction and operational leadership of the School’s people, workplace culture, human resources and industrial relations functions.

As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the role ensures that CGGS attracts, develops and retains high-performing staff, while fostering a values-aligned culture that supports wellbeing, engagement and professional growth.

A defining component of the role is leadership of the School’s employee value proposition, ensuring the School continues to be an employer of choice, attracting, developing and retaining excellent staff in the teaching and professional domains.

The role provides authoritative advice to the Principal and Board on workforce strategy, industrial relations, organisational capability, and people-related risk, ensuring that workforce considerations are embedded across the School’s operations, culture and governance.

This is a full time, 5-year contract position to commence in January 2027. A full position description can be found on the Employment page of our website:



https://www.cggs.act.edu.au/careers

Working at CGGS: The details

- Competitive remuneration packages
- Discounted fees.
- Free onsite gym and heated pool.
- Salary sacrifice options.
- Employee Assistance Program.

Your professional advancement:

- Authentic and practical leadership development opportunities.
- Significant time allowances for leadership positions.
- A generous professional learning budget.
- Support for Graduate teachers.
- Pathways to Experienced Teacher and HALT certification.
- Opportunities to be part of committees to learn and grow.
- Annual TQI accredited courses and compliance training.
- Active research and conference presentation opportunities.
- Formal appraisal process for professional development and career advancement.
- First Aid training.

Citizenship or confirmation of right to work in Australia.

Applications for this position close: 9.00am Monday 24 August 2026. Although we reserve the right to make an early appointment should a suitable candidate apply.

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📌 Executive Director - People and Workplace Relations (Canberra)
🏢 Canberra Girls' Grammar School
📍 Canberra