Business Manager - Crescent Lagoon State School, EducationDepartment of Education QLD – West Rockhampton QLD
Crescent Lagoon State School, a respected primary school in West Rockhampton, is seeking a skilled, organized, and proactive Business Manager to join our team. This position offers a unique opportunity to support our vibrant school community in a part-time, job-share capacity. The role includes a 0.2 permanent appointment, working alongside the substantive Business Manager, as well as a temporary 0.8 A04 position.
We are looking for a candidate with a strong foundation in financial management, effective leadership abilities, and a commitment to cultivating a supportive and collaborative workplace culture. If you are passionate about contributing to the success of an innovative educational environment, we invite you to apply!
About the Role Permanent Part-time (0.2FTE) Business Manager position, job sharing with substantive 0.8 Business Manager. Also includes temporary 0.8 A04 position for 12 months, unless otherwise determined.
As Business Manager, the successful candidate will oversee financial management alongside a range of responsibilities, including Workplace Health and Safety (WH&S) and the efficient management of front office operations.
Operating within a primary school setting, this role requires adaptability, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with a high degree of autonomy. Reporting directly to the Principal, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the school's strategic objectives.
The ideal candidate will have:
Demonstrated experience in financial management and budgeting, ideally within an educational or similar setting.Knowledge of WH&S regulations, or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge, with demonstrated capacity to manage responsibilities effectively.Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise and support staff.Proficiency in using OneSchool or similar systems for financial reporting and school administration.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.High attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work autonomously.It would be advantageous if the candidate had:
Previous experience in a Queensland school setting.Knowledge of Queensland Department of Education policies and procedures.Knowledge and skills with maintenance of schools' website and social media, or the ability to quickly acquire this skill.Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. Interested? To Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).Attach a 2-page response to the How you will be assessed section of the attached role description.We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.
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