Position Type: WHS Coordinator | Employment Status: Permanent part time

- Commencing ASAP or January 2027
- Grade 4 Administration Opportunity
- Friendly, inclusive and welcoming culture
- 7.5 hours per week, 41 weeks per year

The Opportunity St Joseph's School Kingswood is seeking an experienced and highly organised Work Health & Safety Coordinator to join our welcoming Catholic school community. Inspired by the Josephite tradition and guided by our values of Connection, Excellence and Gratitude, we are committed to providing a safe, supportive and respectful setting for staff, students, families, volunteers and visitors.

Working under the direction of the Principal or delegate, you will coordinate the school’s Work Health and Safety (WHS) and Return to Work (RTW) activities. You will work collaboratively with school leaders, staff, contractors and specialist providers to strengthen compliance, promote safe work practices and support a proactive WHS culture.

Key responsibilities include

- Coordinate the school’s Work Health and Safety (WHS) and Return to Work (RTW) activities, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
- Support effective risk management and workplace safety, including risk assessments, inspections, audits, incident reporting and follow-up actions.
- Coordinate WHS inductions, training and compliance requirements for staff, contractors and volunteers, maintaining appropriate records and documentation.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date WHS and RTW records, registers and reporting.
- Provide practical WHS and RTW advice and support to school leaders and staff, working with specialist providers where required.
- Provide administrative and coordination support for the WHS Committee and assist with the implementation and follow-up of safety initiatives.
- Promote a proactive culture of safety,



wellbeing and continuous improvement across the school community.
- Contribute to the Catholic identity and values of the school and uphold safeguarding and child safety responsibilities.

About You You are an experienced, proactive and dependable WHS professional who combines sound legislative knowledge with excellent administration, communication and organisational skills.

You build team-oriented relationships, exercise sound judgement and discretion, and are confident managing competing priorities while supporting practical, compliant and people-focused safety outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

- Diploma-level studies comprising one year of study in Work Health and Safety, or equivalent relevant knowledge and experience in a comparable role.
- Demonstrated knowledge of WHS and RTW legislation, policies and procedures, with the ability to apply them in a workplace setting.
- Return to Work Coordinator certification, or willingness to obtain and maintain this certification.
- Strong administrative, record-keeping, reporting and Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear advice and work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders.
- The capacity to respond calmly and effectively to unexpected situations or emergencies and ensure relevant procedures are followed.
- A commitment to supporting the Catholic identity, values and culture of the school.
- Current Working with Children Check, Catholic Clearance,



Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect certification, and relevant First Aid qualifications.

For further information refer to the Position Description. Why Us?

At St Joseph's School Kingswood, strong relationships are central to the way we work. As a connected and inclusive community, we value the contribution of every staff member and are committed to creating a workplace where people feel welcomed, supported and safe.

When you join our team, you will enjoy:

- A genuinely connected school community where relationships matter.
- A culture that values safety, excellence, innovation and continuous improvement
- Opportunities to collaborate with dedicated and supportive colleagues and specialist advisers.
- Professional learning that supports both personal and skilled growth.
- A meaningful role supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, students and the wider school community.
- Supportive leadership and collegial staff relationships.
- The opportunity to strengthen proactive safety practices and contribute to continuous school improvement.
- A values-driven environment grounded in Connection, Excellence, Gratitude and the Josephite tradition.

If you are a proactive WHS professional who values relationships, sound systems and high-quality service, we welcome your application to join the St Joseph's School Kingswood community. "Connected in community. Grounded in Gratitude. Committed to excellence."

How to Apply

Cover letter (1 A4 page) detailing the following:
- Your experience relevant to the role

- What has motivated you to apply; and

- What you hope to contribute to the CESA community.

Resume Catholic Education South Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Screening requirements apply

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