People & Culture Business Partner

Warakirri College is a leading independent senior high school providing young people aged 15 – 22 with an opportunity to re-engage with education in a supportive and inclusive environment. The College offers a student-centred model of learning tailored to meet the needs of students who have previously faced barriers to education success. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both staff and students to grow, innovate, and make a positive community impact.

The College operates campuses across Blacktown, Campbelltown, Fairfield and Redfern.

The Opportunity:

· Full-Time | Ongoing contract of employment.

· $145,000 per annum + salary packaging + travel allowance + 12% super

· Campuses at Blacktown, Campbelltown, Fairfield and Redfern

The People & Culture Business Partner will support the College in achieving its strategic objectives by maximising the capability and impact of our people. This newly established position will play a vital role in addressing internal and external challenges to build a sustainable, resilient workforce and facilitate all core HR functions, including strategic planning, cultural initiatives, capability development, OHS, workforce planning, talent acquisition, recognition and engagement, performance management, and workforce relations.

Reporting to the Business Manager, the People & Culture Business Partner will continue to establish high-quality human resource services across Warakirri College, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and consistency. You will provide expert advice to the Strategic Leadership Team and staff on employment conditions, remuneration, leave, and organisational policy. This role will have responsibility for ensuring accurate HR administration and timely delivery of employee data and payroll processes. A key focus is improving HR systems, processes, and data insights to support decision-making and enhance the employee experience.

As the People & Culture Business Partner, you will:

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with Warakirri College's purpose, values, and strategic plan.
• Provide high-level advice and guidance to the Principal and Strategic Leadership Team on workforce planning, organisational development, and change management.
• Design and implement initiatives that promote staff wellbeing, diversity, and retention.
• Lead the performance review and professional growth processes to support reflective practice and continuous improvement.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes for teaching and non-teaching staff.
• Oversee employment contracts, role descriptions, and workforce structures.
• Ensure compliance with all employment legislation, including the Fair Work Act, Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws, Child Protection legislation, and relevant awards or enterprise agreements.
• Provide expert guidance on staff relations, disciplinary matters, and grievance resolution, ensuring a fair and respectful process.
• Keep abreast of developments in employment law and the education sector, ensuring the College's practices remain current and compliant

To be successful, you'll have:

• Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; postgraduate qualifications and AHRI membership desirable.
• Extensive experience in HR and payroll operations, with strong knowledge of employment agreements, awards, employment legislation, and HR policies.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to develop capability, drive performance, and foster collaboration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, using HR data and workforce metrics to support informed decisions.
• Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining an 'employee' Working with Children Check and a valid Police Check.

How to apply

No applicants submitted through recruitment agencies will be considered.

Please submit a covering letter with your resume. For a confidential conversation about the role, please call Patrick McHugh, College Business Manager, on

For a copy of the job description, email Liz Knight at

Warakirri College is committed to creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing. The College and its staff uphold the rights of children and young people to feel safe, respected, valued and heard. The College embeds child safety into its organisational governance, culture, and practices. This commitment aligns with the Child Safe Standards endorsed by the NSW Office of the Children's Guardian.

As part of our employment screening process, you will be required to undergo a National Police Clearance and a Working with Children Check.

Applications for this position close on 11:59 pm 30th November 2025.