Business Manager

Job duration: From 29/07/2024
Contact: Janet Hillgrove |
Reference: 1421222
Occupation: Executive Management
Salary Range: Salary not specified
Selection Criteria SC1 Demonstrated capacity to lead an office team, including capacity for directing the work of others.
SC2 Demonstrated knowledge and experience in respect to human resource and financial management records systems.
SC3 Sound knowledge of financial management legal requirements and practices, including the capacity to produce reports and provide advice in respect to those reports.
SC4 High level organizational skills, including the capacity to prioritise work flows.
SC5 High level written and verbal communication skills.
Role A Business Manager role will usually undertake tasks that impact on the whole school. The role seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, finance or human resources.
Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice in matters relating to the school finance, human resources or school administration.
Responsibilities Deliver School Services Finance Manage and direct the preparation of annual budgets and regular financial statements and contribute to the financial decision making of the school. Prepare funding submissions for the leadership team and school council. Direct the accounting processes of the school and ensure that all funds, including school investments, are effectively accounted for according to Treasury regulations. Provide advice to staff on spending against budget in respect to faculties, programs and other school projects. Administer government grants and other school income. General Administration Ensure the provision of a range of administrative support functions for the Principal and teaching staff. Provide administrative support to external service providers as required. Manage the processing of student admissions, registrations, enrolments and transfers. Provide required level of administrative support for school events, functions and projects. Implement induction programs for new staff, volunteers and other workers to the school. Human Resources Manage recruitment procedures. Provide authoritative advice to the leadership team on support structures and work practices. Assist in the development of work practices that ensure appropriate occupational health and safety standards are maintained. Manage procedures relating to employee relations issues. Assist in the development of human resource planning. Manage School Resources Coordinate the use and maintenance of school buildings and equipment. Liaise and negotiate with service providers in respect to the cost and quality of services. Supervise the delivery of contracted services. Manage the development and collection of resource material at the school. Draft reports and make recommendations on operational issues. Evaluate and report on the operational efficiency of computer systems in production, making recommendations for improvement where appropriate. Develop techniques and procedures that will affect work practices beyond the work place. Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines ).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via
Child Safe Standards Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at Location Profile Pleasant Street Primary School is a vibrant and forward thinking community of learners. We are a P-6 Primary School with 344 students adjacent to Lake Wendouree in Ballarat. 
We aim to provide a nurturing and challenging environment that promotes enthusiasm for learning and prepares individuals to become reflective and valued members of society. In order to deliver this core purpose our school will: 
- Demonstrate exemplary teaching and learning 
- Encourage and support innovation and reflection 
- Build strong partnerships between school, home and the wider community 
- See each member of our community as an individual 
- Recognise and celebrate effort and achievement 
- Promote a safe and caring environment. 

The qualities that we value at Pleasant Street Primary School are respect, honesty, excellence, resilience and creativity. We demonstrate: 
- Respect, by displaying an attitude of caring and consideration for ourselves, others and the environment. 
- Honesty, by being truthful and trustworthy in action and word. 
- Excellence, by striving to do and be the best we can be. 
- Resilience, by endeavouring to respond positively to challenges and disappointments. 
- Creativity, by developing our personal talents to bring new ideas into being. 

The very committed, professional staff work together to ensure effective, consistent and engaging programs are planned and implemented. The school is actively engaged in providing our students with a curriculum appropriate for the 21st century. 

Our students participate in a variety of specialist programs, including Physical Education, Visual Arts, and Japanese. The curriculum is enhanced by a variety of extra-curricular activities, including excursions and camps, special event days, sports programs, school performances, instrumental music tuition, debating teams, and student leadership programs. 

School Council is committed to continuous improvement within the school. Sub-committees are active in their support of educational and operational practices and procedures. The school maintains and continues to strive to develop a stimulating, safe and strong learning-oriented environment for all members of its school community.
Address: Pleasant Street, Lake Wendouree VIC 3350 
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Other InformationA six month Probation period is applicable to this position.
Attendance may be required during holiday periods. Ad Hoc Leave Purchase will be applicable. 
To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.
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