Glenden State School is seeking an innovative and strategic Business Manager who is able to operate in a fast-paced environment. The position will commence 20 January 2025 and will be a temporary full-time position for 12 months, unless otherwise determined.
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About Glenden State School
Glenden State School Kindy-12 campus has forged a very strong school community partnership over the past several years, providing students with educational opportunities within the classrooms and through lifelong learning experiences. This has provided them with a solid foundation to begin their early year's education and continue through to becoming active members of society at the completion of Year 12.
About The Role
The Business Manager's responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Operate autonomously to undertake day to day office procedures within well-defined policies (e.g. reception, arranging appointments, correspondence, maintaining school records and general administration); and utilise information and management systems (e.g. OneSchool) to support effective and efficient reporting and administration. Undertake the day to day supervision and management of school support staff, including monitoring workloads and performance (working in collaboration with the Principal for any difficult performance management situations); identifying workforce capability requirements; and role modelling performance standards. Oversee the signatories/approval of timesheets, leave applications, rosters, and arrange relief for school support staff; and organise, undertake and coordinate the recruitment, induction and training of school support staff. Assist the Principal with the preparation of the school budget and administer day to day financial matters (i.e. accounts payable/receivable, corporate card monitoring, reconciliations, banking). Input and export data to/from OneSchool for the Principal, to assist with budgeting and financial management.
Experience with OneSchool and Departmental applications is preferred but not essential.
The Business Manager reports directly to the Principal.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should submit a resume and the contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current supervisor. Applicants will also need to submit a maximum two-page written response addressing how they have demonstrated each of the key capabilities below:
Supports strategic direction - Knowledge and experience in administrative, financial, human resource and facilities management practices. Achieves results - Ability to effectively manage resources and technology systems to achieve agreed goals. Interpret and apply legislation, policy and procedures relating to an education environment. Supports productive working relationships - Ability to establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders and community to ensure efficient and effective services. Displays personal drive and integrity - Shows initiative and does what is required in the provision of quality services and supports the school management team and community. Communicates with influence - Well-developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including the ability to consult and negotiate with all clients.
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).
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