Registrar - Higher Education

About Stanley College

Stanley College is an independent Institute of Higher Education and Registered Training Organisation.

We specialise in courses that address current skills shortages for several industries: Information & Communication Technology, Hospitality, Commercial Cookery, Community Services, Aged Care, Childhood Education & Care, Digital Marketing, Business, Leadership & Management. We also offer postgraduate courses and professional year programs.

Stanley College is a multi-award-winning college governed by an independent board and adherence to strong values. We have four campuses, three located in Perth and one in Adelaide. The College employs over 270 staff and has 3000 students enrolled from over 42 countries.

The Opportunity

The Registrar is responsible for Higher Education Department’s compliance matters, student records, transcripts and student support services, and all non-academic student matters. The Registrar is the official authorised keeper of Stanley College Higher Education’s student records. This role is a member of the Academic Board, Learning and Teaching Committee and Board of Examiners. The Registrar supervises the following functions within the Higher Education Department:

• Admissions

• Student Progress

• Graduation

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Stanley College’s registration activities; consult with other key personnel to devise registration schedules and procedures.

• Oversee student administration and student support matters for the Higher Education Department.

• Oversee student support matters including orientation, attendance, course progress, student engagement, interventions, complaints and appeals, wellbeing programs and emergencies.

• Oversee the issuance of student transcripts and testamurs.

• Oversee the planning of class timetables and coordinate room allocations for optimum use of classrooms.

• Collaborate with the marketing department for publication of brochures in Stanley College’s website and social media platforms.

• Provide reports on student enrolments, course progress and other matters to the Academic Board and relevant committees.

• Identify enrolment trends and patterns of transfers and withdrawal across the College and provide recommendations to the Dean – Higher Education to assist with strategic planning.

• Provide projected statistics for the following academic year and up-to-date forecast figures for upcoming semesters, and student retention reports to the Dean HE for the Academic Board report as required.

• Prepare and provide statistical data and information to government departments (TEQSA; Department of Education; CRICOS registration; FEE-HELP; DHA) and assist with audit visits arising from the submission of data to government agencies.

The Successful Candidate will have:

• Extensive experience in administrative management of student records and services.

• Knowledge and understanding of common approaches, policies and processes relating to student support for a range of cohorts, including both domestic and international.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.

• Understanding of first year student experience and transition pedagogy.

• Excellent leadership and staff management skills

• Current knowledge of the requirements of the ESOS Act 2000 and the National Code 2018 together with a working understanding of Department of Education and Training (DET) requirements for managing international students.

• An understanding of equal opportunity, and commitment to equity and cultural diversity.

• An understanding of and commitment to compliance with occupational health and safety requirements.

What We Offer

As a staff member of Stanley College, you will enjoy a range of staff benefits including discounts on a range of insurance policies, banking product, an employee recognition program, and much more. Professional development programs will be available to you to further develop your skills and knowledge. We will provide extensive training and ongoing coaching to ensure your success in your role as well as opportunities to expand your career within the education and training sector.

Stanley College supports workplace diversity and values the contribution of people from diverse backgrounds. In particular, applications are encouraged from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and people with culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.

For more information about Stanley College, please visit: www.stanleycollege.edu.au

How to apply:

Please apply via the Seek portal. Your application should include a cover letter addressed to Dr Malcolm Abbott, Dean of Higher Education

If you have any queries regarding the recruitment process, please email **************@stanley.college.edu.au