People and Culture Partner

Beyond Early Learning is a proudly South Australian owned and operated Early Learning provider, with wellbeing at our core. Our centres have been intentionally designed so that the indoors and outdoors act as a joint learning space, providing children with the opportunity to be decision makers in their learning and development. About the role

Reporting directly to the CEO, this role is a rare opportunity to shape and influence the people experience across a growing early learning organisation. As our People & Culture Partner, you will provide both strategic and hands‑on support across our centre network and head office team. You will work closely with Centre Directors and senior leaders to enhance culture, lift leadership capability, strengthen organisational processes, and ensure we continue to be a values‑driven, supportive and high‑quality environment for our educators and teams. This role will suit someone who thrives in a purpose‑led environment and enjoys the variety of People & Culture work across multiple sites. Some intrastate travel may be required to provide support to our regional services. Our People and Culture Partner will:

Partner with the CEO and Centre Directors to deliver people strategies that strengthen capability, culture and performance across multiple early learning centres. Provide expert support on employee relations including investigations, performance management, conduct matters, Award interpretation and risk management. Coach leaders to build strong people‑leadership capability and support the implementation of performance frameworks and professional development pathways. Lead and support culture, wellbeing, engagement and organisational development initiatives that enhance the employee experience and reflect Beyond’s values. Ensure compliance with legislation, WHS, child safety requirements and organisational policies, including supporting injury management and return‑to‑work processes. Deliver high‑quality people operations such as onboarding, workforce planning, reporting, people data insights and contributions to People and Culture projects. Be part of a values‑led organisation that prioritises wellbeing. Influence people strategy across a growing multi‑site organisation. Work directly with a supportive CEO and engaged leadership team. Play a key role in shaping a positive, inclusive culture that supports children’s learning. Enjoy meaningful work, autonomy and genuine variety. Essential qualifications and experience:

Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business, Psychology or a related discipline. Experience in a People & Culture Partner or senior generalist people‑focused role. Strong experience managing complex employee relations matters. Experience in leadership development and coaching. Experience in workforce planning or organisational design (desirable). Experience in early learning, education or a regulated sector (highly regarded). You will also hold or be willing to obtain a Working With Children Check and undertake Responding to Risks of Harm Abuse and Neglect training.

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