Job Description Form
Position Title: Community Manager
Employment Type: Part Time (0.8 FTE or 30.4 hours/week)
Location: Leaning Tree Steiner School, Glenfield WA
Reporting To: Education Manager
Position Summary
The Community Manager oversees internal and external communications, supports the development of the school community, and strengthens the school's visibility and connections with the broader community. The role involves collaboration with the Executive Management Team to ensure the effective operation of the school.
Key Responsibilities
* Internal Community and Communications
* Ensure clear communication lines with parents and families, including coordinating newsletters.
* Support and coordinate volunteers and events such as busy bees, celebrations, and parent education programs.
* Oversee the welfare of students, e.g. 1st Aid
* Oversee the threefold health of the school community (Head Heart Hands). E.g. welcoming births, honouring transitions, and responding to external events that have impact on the school community.
* Create opportunities for excursions, incursions.
* Develop and review policies, procedures and handbooks for staff and parents.
* Attend and contribute to Executive Management Team and Governing Body meetings.
* Provide administrative support to the GB in the Executive Office role.
* External Community and Communications
* Coordinate guided tours and follow up with prospective families.
* Enhance visibility through marketing opportunities and media releases.
* Develop and strengthen community networks and partnerships.
* Maintain and manage the school's website and social media platforms.
Administrative Duties
* Manage parent surveys, re-registration compliance, and whole-school documentation.
* Complete annual school compliance related to enrolments as required, e.g. Student Attendance Data Summary, Student Residential Address Collection, Student Background Data Collection, Student Registration & Demographic reporting.
* Maintain student records and enrolment information.
* Respond to inquiries (email, phone, and in-person) professionally and promptly.
General Duties
* Represent the school professionally and maintain confidentiality in all activities.
* Develop and maintain effective relationships with all stakeholders.
* Promote the ethos and cultural practices of the school.
Key Selection Criteria
* Proven experience in community engagement and relationship management.
* Strong organisational and project management skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
* Familiarity with Steiner education principles (preferred).
* Competence with digital communication tools, including websites and social media.
Conditions of Employment
Salary dependent on the applicants qualifications & experience: $87,493 to $99, 909 gross annual salary (pro rata), plus superannuation and leave entitlements as per National Employment Standards.
Leave Entitlements: Annual leave, personal leave, and long service leave as outlined in the contract.
Hours: Flexible hours with occasional evening/weekend commitments for school events.
SCHOOL:
Leaning Tree Steiner School
CLOSING DATE:
13 March 2026
CONTACT:
Lisa Scamporlino