By Ms Linda Oakman, Human Resources Manager

At Radford College, our strength lies in our people. With more than 180 teaching staff and over 240 college services staff working across education, administration, sport, the arts, and operations, we are proud to be a vibrant and diverse workplace, one that functions much like a large and complex organisation.

Behind the scenes of this dynamic environment is a small and committed Human Resources (HR) team dedicated to supporting every staff member to do their best work.

While the day-to-day work of teaching and co-curricular programs is highly visible to the Radford community, what happens in the background is equally important. The HR team plays a strategic role in ensuring that our people practices align with the College’s values, support its long-term goals, and contribute to a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture.

Our work is shaped by a deep understanding of the complexity of schools as workplaces. With a workforce governed by multiple Enterprise Agreements and employment types, our role extends far beyond recruitment and compliance. We support leaders in navigating employment matters, developing strong teams, and embedding practices that promote professionalism, care and accountability.

Whether it’s attracting inspiring educators as well as professional and committed college services staff, guiding new staff through induction, supporting team development, or leading and supporting whole-of-College projects such as policy initiatives or professional development, our work is grounded in both strategy and service.

A focus for the HR team recently has been interpreting and implementing the new Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreements. This is a significant piece of work that impacts every employee at the College.

Most importantly, we are driven by the belief that when staff are supported, students flourish. When people feel safe, valued and empowered at work, they bring their best to the classroom, and every co-curricular experience that enriches student life.

The HR team – made up of myself, Ms Maddie Looker, Ms Nerida Dyne and Mrs Rita Leskovec – is proud to support the people who make Radford such an exceptional place to learn, work and grow.