Join Our Team – School Census Lead

Are you a detail-oriented leader with a passion for process improvement and data integrity? This permanent, full-time opportunity is your chance to play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of key student and school data across 83 schools.

As the School Census Lead at Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD), you will take responsibility for managing and continuously improving the School census and related data processes. You’ll ensure all reporting meets external compliance requirements while partnering with schools and stakeholders to strengthen data quality, streamline workflows, and support a positive experience across our school communities.

About the Opportunity

The Census Process Lead plays a key role in ensuring CSPD meets its compliance obligations for external data submissions, while continuously refining and improving related processes.

In this role, you will contribute to a range of responsibilities, including but not limited to:

• Leading continuous improvement initiatives across Census, including data integrity of  student data and processes

• Collecting and analysing stakeholder feedback to identify areas for process optimisation

• Defining and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) for Census processes and providing regular performance reports and recommendations

• Conducting workshops and training sessions to promote process understanding, accuracy, and compliance across CSPD

• Proactively identifying risks associated with census processes and developing risk mitigation strategies

• Developing and maintaining process documentation, including procedures, guidelines, and training materials

• Introducing innovative methodologies to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and the overall user experience

About You

• Proven experience in process management, continuous improvement, or data governance

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders

• Experience leading process training or improvement workshops

• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and compliance

• A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving and innovation

• A current Working With Children Check (Paid Employee)

The Benefits

• Competitive remuneration and benefits

• Up to 25% off school fees for your children

• Wellbeing initiatives and resources

• Professional growth and development opportunities 

• State-of-the-art facilities and a supportive team

• Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees

About Us

At Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD), we serve over 40,000 students and employ 5,000+ staff across a vibrant network of primary and secondary schools. We're on a mission to transform learning and empower every student to reach their full potential. Join a purpose-driven organisation that invests in its people and its future.

Ready to Make a Difference?

This role involves working with children and requires satisfactory employment screening, including a National Police Check and a valid Working with Children Check. All staff must follow CSPD’s Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct.
Learn more at Office of the Children’s Guardian.

We welcome applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and diverse cultures.