Warakirri College Limited (WCL) is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified people wishing to join the College Board of Directors.

About the role

Warakirri is a rapidly growing independent high school, currently operating 5 campuses in Redfern, Blacktown, Fairfield, Campbelltown plus a Distance Education program for 160 students. The College has plans to open campuses in Picton this year and Cabramatta in 2028. These campuses serve young people completing Year 10 and Higher School Certificate (HSC) studies.

The College accepts students aged 15–22, many of whom have experienced challenging life circumstances, have disconnected from mainstream education or who don’t feel comfortable in a traditional school.

Warakirri means ‘to stand and grow’. To help our students grow and achieve, Warakirri offers a diverse, innovative program and a positive, flexible, adult learning environment. Teachers help students build confidence, manage challenges in their lives and work towards their academic and post school goals.

The organisation has a Strategic Plan which focuses on growing new campuses and enhancing the holistic education provided to students. You can read more about the College on our website https://www.warakirricollege.nsw.edu.au/.

The Board will ensure it has the necessary skills, knowledge and experience required to govern the organisation effectively. The following information is aimed at assisting potential Directors to assess their suitability for appointment.

As part of the current renewal process,



and having reviewed the current Board’s Skill Matrix, WCL is seeking EOIs from potential Directors. Specifically, we are seeking EOIs from candidates that address one or two of the areas of expertise outlined below. We particularly welcome applications from people with CALD backgrounds.

Financial

With experience in providing financial oversight of an organisation’s performance, systems and controls, in line with the organisation’s strategic directions.

Risk

With experience in providing oversight of an organisation’s Strategic Risk Management and the relevant internal systems and processes

Governance

With experience in developing structures to support strong, effective governance that can be applied in what is a complex, rapidly developing school.

The Board meets six times a year (a mix of face to face and video conference). Directors also participate in subcommittee meetings and an annual strategy day, and have occasional involvement in community events like end of year award ceremonies.

Warakirri College is a Child Protected organisation and appointment to the Board is subject to satisfactory completion of background screening, including obtaining a Working With Children Check clearance.

Additional information is available by contacting the Chair of WCL, Nathan Mares via email [email protected].

To submit an EOI please email [email protected] and include a cover letter and CV.

EOIs close at 5pm on 6 November 2026.

📌 Board Member (Southern Sydney)
🏢 Warakirri College
📍 Southern Sydney