The Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools (DLCS) supports approximately 3,500 employees across 45 schools serving around 18,000 students throughout Northern NSW. DLCS provides system-level leadership, governance and support services to enable schools to deliver high quality, faith-filled education and safe, inclusive learning environments.
The opportunity
This is a senior leadership role responsible for providing delegated authority and oversight of all child safeguarding and reportable conduct matters across the Diocese.
Reporting to the General Counsel and leading a specialist team of three, the Manager will;
- Oversee all child safeguarding and reportable conduct matters from triage through to closure
- Ensure compliance with NSW Child Safe Standards and related legislative obligations
- Act as a trusted adviser to leaders and staff on child protection and safeguarding as well as working with external agencies
- Lead, mentor and support safeguarding and advisory staff and promote a strong child safe culture.
About you
You are a confident and credible safeguarding professional who brings sound judgement, practical experience and the ability to influence and support others.
You will demonstrate:
- Strong background in child protection, safeguarding or investigative work
- A solid working knowledge of the NSW Child Safe Standards and related legislation
- Experience leading, coaching or mentoring others in a professional setting
- Clear, confident communicator who builds trust with a wide range of stakeholders
- A commitment to organisations Catholic values and ethos
What’s on Offer
- A highly visible, purpose driven leadership role with real impact on child safety
- Opportunity to shape and strengthen safeguarding culture across a large school system
- Work closely with senior leaders, regulators and external agencies
- Values led organisation with a strong commitment to student wellbeing, dignity and care
- Attractive remuneration package and a suite of employee benefit
How to Apply
To request a full information pack please submit your CV through the apply now function where applicable or contact Niamh Foley of The Orchard Talent Group on 0468163882 or email niamh@orchardtalent.com.au.
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