People & Culture Partner (Bridgeman Downs)

- Permanent Full Time
- Base: Bridgeman Downs (Brisbane) | Hybrid (2 WFH days) | Regular travel across Brisbane campuses + scheduled interstate travel
- Make a meaningful, measurable difference-on the ground and across regions You're the difference behind calm, capable leaders, thriving teams and consistently child-safe campuses. In this role, your judgement changes decisions; your coaching shifts conversations; and your follow-through lifts standards that directly impact children and families every day. The opportunity This full-time role blends focused hybrid work with high-touch campus partnering. You'll spend time across our Brisbane campuses and hold a dedicated Victorian regional portfolio (supported remotely and via planned onsite visits). You'll shape people outcomes end-to-end-ER, performance, capability and culture-in a fast-paced, values-led environment where what you do genuinely matters. What you'll do
- Partner with Regional and Campus Leaders across QLD and a VIC region to solve complex people challenges and lift leadership capability-giving leaders clarity, confidence and consistency when it counts.
- Lead ER matters end-to-end (investigations, performance, conduct; policy, Up-to-date Awards, Fair Work) and guide fair, timely processes-ensuring outcomes are proportionate, well-documented and child-safe.
- Coach leaders ahead of critical conversations and build practical performance plans-so under-performance is addressed early and teams feel supported, not surprised.
- Scan for emerging people risks across multiple campuses (trends, hotspots, root causes) and implement pragmatic fixes-reducing risk, improving retention and returning focus to children's outcomes.
- Design and deliver capability uplift (targeted workshops, on-the-spot coaching, resources)-so great people practices `stick' in the flow of work, not just in theory.
- Run an engaging fortnightly induction that sets expectations and culture from day one-helping new starters feel connected, safe and set up to succeed.
- Support performance and succession cycles and enable talent moves-so we grow future leaders and keep our best people in front of children and families.
- Own strong case management and documentation-so decisions are evidence-based, defensible and easy for leaders to act on.
- Travel regularly across Brisbane campuses, with planned visits to your Victorian region-so relationships stay real and your influence reaches the floor, not just the screen. What you'll bring You bring both confidence and care-backing your judgement with empathy, structure and action.
- Experience as an HR Business Partner or Senior Advisor in a high-volume, operational setting
- Depth in ER (investigations, performance management, terminations) with strong legislation and Award interpretation
- Calm, pragmatic judgement with a solutions-focused, human approach
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing capability across multiple sites
- Experience working within a regulated, compliance-driven or child-safe environment, with a strong understanding of the importance of safeguarding and operational integrity (highly-adventageous)
- Confidence facilitating engaging group sessions (in-person and virtual)
- Mobility to travel across Brisbane and to a Victorian region as required (driver's licence advantageous) Why Only About Children? We're a leader in early years education with 80+ campuses across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, supporting 8,000+ families. Our unique approach-The OAC Way-integrates education, health and wellbeing, guided by our HEART principles: Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork. We're passionate, approachable people who succeed together. Benefits, wellbeing, recognition & career development
- 50% discount on childcare for your own little ones
- Retail Discount Program (discounted online & in-store vouchers + 500+ cashback offers)
- Option to purchase up to two weeks' additional leave
- Two paid Wellbeing Days each year
- Reward & Recognition program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) This is a role where what you do today shapes what children experience tomorrow. Help leaders thrive-so children and families thrive. If you want a role where you are the difference, apply today. Our Commitment Only About Children is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment where children's safety, wellbeing and rights are respected. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are dedicated to safeguarding children from harm. All employees are required to hold a current Working with Children clearance relevant to their state (e.g. QLD Blue Card) prior to commencing and during employment. We value diversity and inclusion and want you to bring your whole self to work. We welcome and encourage applications from all communities, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qc163