Senior Professional Conduct Officer (SEO2)
Department/Agency: NESA - Sydney NSW
$174,905 - $174,905 a year
Full time
Hybrid
3d ago , from Department of Communities and Justice NSW
Full-time, Salary: $174,905 p.a. plus employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading
Ongoing role
Close to Wynyard station & hybrid work arrangements available
Contact for enquiries: Susan Gazis via ******
About us
At the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), we are dedicated to carrying out meaningful work that drives improvements and elevates student achievement across NSW, now and into the future.
We accomplish this by supporting all school sectors with high-quality syllabuses, assessment (including managing the HSC and NAPLAN), teaching standards (e.g., accrediting teachers) and school environments (including setting and monitoring school standards).
NESA is aunique organisation in NSW (of around740FTE staff) with significant state-wide impact, visit ourwebsiteto learn more about the important work we do.
About the role
As a Senior Professional Conduct Officer, you will play a key role in maintaining the integrity, quality and professionalism of the teaching profession in NSW. Working within NESA's Teacher Policy and Professional Conduct team, you will assess complex matters relating to teacher suitability and skilled conduct, helping ensure that students across NSW are supported by a trusted and high-quality teaching workforce.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced education professional to apply their knowledge of teaching standards, accreditation and regulatory frameworks in a strategic and influential role. You will work on complex and sensitive matters, provide expert advice to senior leaders, and contribute to policies and decisions that support confidence in the education system.
On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for:
Assessing and analysing matters relating to teacher professional conduct and suitability to teach.




Providing expert advice on teacher accreditation, professional conduct and regulatory matters.
Preparing high-quality briefings, correspondence and recommendations for senior decision-makers.
Contributing to the development and implementation of policy, procedures and strategic initiatives.
Building and maintaining productive relationships with employers, unions, legal representatives and other stakeholders.
Reviewing legislation, policy and emerging issues to support effective regulation of the teaching profession.
Managing complex and sensitive matters within competing priorities and timeframes.
Our ideal candidate will have:
Experience applying educational, teacher accreditation or regulatory frameworks to assess complex matters and provide sound recommendations.
Strong understanding of the teaching profession and the factors that support quality teaching and student outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to provide clear, strategic advice on sensitive issues and communicate complex information to diverse audiences.
Experience building productive relationships and influencing stakeholders with differing perspectives.
Proven ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgement and deliver high-quality outcomes in a complex environment.
Expert understanding and knowledge of teacher accreditation and/or experience in government regulation.
Tertiary qualifications in education.
Note:
A current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance for paid employment is required before commencing in this role. It is not required at the application stage. The cost of the WWCC clearance is the responsibility of the successful applicant.




We invite you to download therole description for additional information on the position.
At NESA you will benefit from:
An organisation where your contribution has a big impact.
An enviable CBD location (all modes of transport nearby, and excellent coffee and eateries) with refurbished offices.
Flexible working arrangements and generous leave entitlements.
Access to discounted health and fitness memberships via Fitness Passport, an employee assistance program and annual flu vaccinations.
Salary packaging options.
Working in a purpose driven and ethical organisation with committed colleagues.
Advice on applying for NSW Public Sector roles
If you need reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process and/or workplace, please reach out to ******
Close date: Thursday 20 August at *****pm AEST
Thank you for your interest, we look forward to receiving your application.
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NESA's Statement of Commitment to Child Safety
All children and young people have the right to be respected, feel safe, be safe, and protected from harm. NESA is committed to child safety and child safe practices underpinning our purpose of helping children and young people leave school, ready to take advantage of life's opportunities and rise to its inevitable challenges.
We particularly welcome applications from
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
. For ongoing roles, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. Australian Temporary Residents may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of your visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.
A Talent Pool (valid for 18 months) may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles
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📌 Senior Professional Conduct Officer (Seo2) (New South Wales)
🏢 Department/Agency: NESA
📍 New South Wales