Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL) is seeking a Professional Standards Advisor to join the team. Reporting directly to the Employee Relations, Health and Safety Lead, this is an exciting opportunity to join the growing Professional Standards Office and contribute to future success. 

In this newly created role, the incumbent will work closely with the Lead to advise on reportable conduct and safeguarding matters, manage sensitive and complex cases, build leader capability through training, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement. This role will Provide expert advice and case management on reportable conduct, build leader capability, ensure compliance, and drive child safety through training, resources, and collaborative safeguarding initiatives

The Position

• Title: Professional Standards Advisor
• Classification: CEMEA CEO Administration, Level 5 
• FTE / Hours per fortnight: .60 FTE
• Employment Status: Ongoing
• Location: Bendigo
• Potential start date: 27 January 2026

About The CESL Office
The CESL Office Team comprises of close to 150 employees working across 7 key functional areas, supporting over 50 schools and early childhood centres within the Sandhurst Diocese. We are a supportive and friendly team who are committed to working collaboratively with our schools to achieve the best outcomes possible for our students. 

About You
The successful candidate will have:

• Experience working within a child safety, legal or employee relations field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience handling sensitive cases and confidential matters
• Knowledge of Victorian child safety and reportable conduct legislation
• Ability to build trust, influence stakeholders, and deliver training
• High discretion, professionalism, and commitment to continuous improvement

What We Offer You

• Competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a supportive work
  environment.
• Generous leave provisions for more quality time with family.
• Competitive remuneration plus superannuation.
• Salary packaging options available.
• Dedicated support and a collaborative, supportive team.

Magnify Sandhurst
In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese.  Magnify Sandhurst will be introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment. 
Magnify Sandhurst is set to transform learning for students with more specific and explicit teaching practices, bringing greater consistency and a more predictable and effective education experience for all students.  The Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence-based practices in teaching and learning to support each student's unique needs, strengths, and goals, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning. 

Learn more about Magnify Sandhurst. 
Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)  CESL governs over 50 schools and early childhood learning centres across Central
and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. As we ‘Magnify Sandhurst’ with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and ‘healthy and well communities’, we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality. Our motto is ‘Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day’.  

Child Safeguarding Statement for Applicants

Adhering and complying to CESL’s child safety expectations, policies, and commitments is essential for every CESL role, as all staff play a vital part in upholding and promoting a child-safe culture. All applicants are encouraged to review the Catholic Education Office Sandhurst - Child Safeguarding information prior to submitting their application.

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety  
CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.  

Applications Close: 23 January 2025

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the Key Selection Criteria within the Position Description.  
If you are interested in learning more about CESL or registering for future opportunities please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.