Job Description

Lead with impact to protect, support and empower communities.

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At Affinity Education, safety isn't just a requirement - it's the foundation for trust, wellbeing and excellence across our Centres and Centre Support Office. We're looking for a visionary Head of Safety, Health & Wellbeing to set the strategic direction for our safety-first culture, ensuring every child, family and team member thrives physically, psychologically and culturally.

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In this role, you'll shape organisational safety standards that go beyond compliance, instilling confidence at every level. You will:

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- Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) legislation and childcare sector regulations.
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- Design and embed a Safety, Health & Wellbeing strategy in collaboration with Operations leaders.
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- Lead proactive risk management practices, monitor compliance performance, and drive continuous safety improvement.
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- Oversee incident management, investigations, corrective actions and workers compensation claims.
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- Champion wellbeing programs that strengthen workforce resilience, engagement and retention.
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- Provide training, tools and resources for leaders to foster psychological safety, risk awareness and confident incident response.
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- Partner with regulators, insurers, families and community bodies to uphold the highest safety standards in the sector.
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Your leadership will ensure our centres remain safe,



trusted environments while empowering our people to actively contribute to the wellbeing of their communities.

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What You'll Bring

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- 8+ years' leadership in multi-site, regulated environments (childcare, education, health, aged care preferred).
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- Proven expertise in WHS, (NQF compliance desirable), incident management and wellbeing strategy delivery.
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- Strong ability to influence and partner with stakeholders at all levels.
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- Data-driven mindset with capability to monitor and improve safety performance metrics.
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- Role modelling of values-based leadership, integrity and confidentiality.
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- Degree or Diploma in WHS, Risk or related field (postgraduate qualifications desirable).
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- Working With Children Check / Blue Card (required).
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Why Choose Affinity?

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When you join Affinity, you become part of a values-driven organisation where safety, wellbeing and inclusivity underpin everything we do.

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Here's what you'll enjoy:

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- Competitive salary package.
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- Versatile working arrangements tailored for balance and wellbeing.
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- Professional development opportunities to grow your career at every stage.
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- 50% discount on childcare gap fees.
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- A collaborative, supportive culture committed to your success.
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Our Commitment

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Affinity Education is a place where everyone belongs. We are committed to child safety, diversity and creating safe, inclusive practices for all our people, children and families. We take a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm.

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📌 Head of Safety, Health and Wellbeing (Queensland)
🏢 Affinity Education Group
📍 Queensland