Role
This is a 52/52 position, with 4 weeks annual leave.
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
Finance
1. Manage and direct the preparation of annual budgets and regular financial statements and contribute to the financial decision making of the school.
2. Prepare funding submissions for the leadership team and school council.
3. Direct the accounting processes of the school and ensure that all funds, including school investments, are effectively accounted for according to Treasury regulations.
4. Provide advice to staff on spending against budget in respect to faculties, programs and other school projects.
5. Administer government grants and other school income.
6. Manage fund raising activities.
General Administration
7. Ensure the provision of a range of administrative support functions for the Principal and teaching staff.
8. Provide administrative support to external service providers as required.
9. Provide required level of administrative support for school events, functions and projects.
Human Resources
10. Research, plan and prepare development programs for support staff.
11. Provide authoritative advice to the leadership team on support structures and work practices.
12. Assist in the development of work practices that ensure appropriate occupational health and safety standards are maintained.
13. Manage procedures relating to employee relations issues.
Manage School Resources
14. Coordinate the use and maintenance of school buildings and equipment.
15. Liaise and negotiate with service providers in respect to the cost and quality of services.
16. Supervise the delivery of contracted services.
17. Manage the development and collection of resource material at the school.
Support School Council
18. Draft reports and make recommendations on operational issues.
19. Evaluate and report on the operational efficiency of computer systems in production, making recommendations for improvement where appropriate.
20. Develop techniques and procedures that will affect work practices beyond the work place.
21. Manage a technical program with a broad scope across the school.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment
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 ).
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants can contact Brett West, Yamatji man, in the Koorie Outcomes Division to talk about the recruitment process, the Department and supports for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the Department. Mobile: 0477 726 801 or email on:
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:
DE Values
The Department’s employees commit to upholding DE’s Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DE’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 DE values is available at:
Other Information
22. All staff employed by the department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
23. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
24. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
25. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at
Please ensure that your application includes:
26. A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home)
27. A section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply section
28. Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of two referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.
Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.
Conditions of Employment
29. All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
30. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
31. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
32. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at
Location Profile
Berwick College began in 1977 as Berwick High School with an enrolment of 113 students, growing to an expected enrolment of 1750 in 2024. It has grown into a well-established and vibrant community where thousands of students, including second generations of families, have experienced their secondary education.
Berwick College is an embedded part of the local community, striving to prepare its students to thrive in a world which values interpersonal skills as much as academic excellence. Berwick College does not believe in a ‘one size fits all’ education and offers a positive, caring and safe learning environment in which all students can achieve success through its comprehensive and differentiated curriculum, and an extensive extra-curricular program.
Berwick College lives by its motto ‘I shall grow’ by actively promoting a culture that celebrates the achievement of excellence, that values and respects individual diversity and that encourages participation by all members of the community. Students at Berwick College are very conscious of the opportunities being offered to them and take pride in themselves and the College. Student voice is valued at the College, as is student welfare. Student achievements are formally recognized and celebrated in college publications, social media and at whole school assemblies, on the school’s website and at annual assemblies for success.
The College’s positive culture, high expectations and rigorous teaching and learning programs have consistently translated into excellent VCE results. These factors have maximised tertiary educational opportunities with over 90% of our VCE students who have applied going on to study at university. In addition, VCE Vocational Major provides an applied learning pathway for students. Aside from a reputation for academic excellence, Berwick College also has well-regarded art, music, and sporting programs, as well as an impressive array of extra-curricular offerings. Our students regularly participate in community events and festivals, and represent the school at regional, state, and national level. The richness of the College programs allows students to flourish as they pursue their interests and goals.
Our Vision
Together we give every student the best learning and development experience, making our community a more prosperous place.
This is achieved through.
EXCELLENCE IN LEARNING RICH AND VARIED PATHWAYS
POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS PERSONAL GROWTH
Values
At Berwick College we the values of Inquiry, Cooperation, Achievement, Resilience, Empathy.
Our students are placed in one of eight Learning Teams to build strong relationships with the home group and to personalise our processes. Each Learning Team has eight Home Groups led by a Home Group teacher to ensure our students and families have a familiar staff member as their first contact. The best interest of our students is our guiding principle, and we work closely with our families to get the best possible outcomes.
Our curriculum programs are underpinned by Literacy, Numeracy and wellbeing. Our curriculum structure is aligned with our Vision and Mission and has an unswerving focus on learning skills, underpinned by the Victorian Curriculum in Years 7 to 10. Our senior students can access a wide range of VCE and Applied Learning Programs, including university enrichment courses and HeadStart, as part of a three-year pathway to success.
The College has three areas of excellence that enrich and extend the curriculum. These are:
33. Basketball and Dance Academies
34. High Achievers’ Program
35. Inclusion and Interventions
The College delivers intervention and extension classes in Literacy and Numeracy for students who require support. Additional supports include a range of performance and arts-based programs, bullying prevention, acceptance, emotional regulation and programs that support diversity and inclusion.
The College is committed to developing happy, healthy and resilient learners and we have invested significantly in allied health expertise and a range of specialist intervention programs underpinned by Resilience and Respectful Relationships and School Wide Positive Behaviour Support practices.