Permanent Full-Time, 9-day Fortnight | Flexible working arrangements | Auchenflower base

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Compliance Specialist to join our Quality Team. In this role, you will strengthen our regulatory compliance framework, support services to meet and exceed the National Quality Standard and help ensure that every child attending our services is safe, valued and receiving the highest standard of education and care.

Working as a valued member of our Quality team you will work collaboratively with our Operational Leaders and People and Culture.to review, develop, and refine compliance policy and procedural documents that are practical, accessible, and grounded in best practice. Your work will directly contribute to improved outcomes for children, families, and educators across our services.

In addition, you will:

- Support services in relation to Assessment & Rating preparedness.
- Collaborate with operations teams to manage notifications, complaints, incidents and compliance registers.
- Liaise with the Regulatory Authority on behalf of the Approved Provider.
- Conduct audits, analyse data and prepare regulatory‑ready reports.
- Support and conduct investigations, corrective actions and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us? At Uniting Early Learning, you will join a values‑driven organisation committed to equity, quality and strengthening the communities we serve. You’ll work alongside a collaborative Quality Team and dedicated Operational Leaders, with the opportunity to influence practice across 16 early learning centre based services and support more than 400 educators across LDC, OSHC, FDC and IHC.

We offer genuine opportunities for professional growth, innovation and meaningful impact, and a culture that values kindness, accountability and continuous improvement.

What we offer you

· Paid Parental Leave

· Flexible work hours

· Hybrid work location

· Free off-street parking at the office

· 17.5% Annual Leave loading

· Extra Day off at Christmas





· Employee Culture Club Activities

About You:

- Qualification in Early Childhood as approved by ACECQA (Diploma or higher)
- Experience in auditing, compliance and/or risk assurance
- Demonstrated experience in a Quality and Compliance role within the Early Childhood Education and Care sector.
- Proven ability to write effective policy, process, and compliance documentation that is easy to follow and enhances practice.
- Detail-oriented with strong initiative and a proactive approach to problem‑solving
- Experience in complaint handling and investigations
- Previous operational leadership experience in Long Day Care (LDC) and/or OSHC, In-Home Care, Family Day Care - you understand how services work, what educators need, and how regulatory requirements translate into day‑to‑day practice.
- Working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Framework including the Education and Care Services Law (Queensland) and Education and Care National Regulations
- Excellent written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills

Additional requirements:

- Valid Paid/Employee Blue Card
- Valid National Police Check (Within 3 years)
- Position requires some flexibility of hours and travel across Queensland, as required.

Apply Now Apply by COB Tuesday, 22 September 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Enquiries in relation to the position can be made directly to [email protected]

We’re proud to be an equal prospect employer that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

We’re committed to creating a child-safe environment and prioritise the safety and wellbeing of all children in our care. As part of this commitment, we conduct a rigorous recruitment process, including detailed reference checks and other screening measures to support a child-safe culture.

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📌 Compliance Specialist (Auchenflower)
🏢 The Uniting Church in Australia, Queensland Synod
📍 Auchenflower