Join Rocklea State School as our Business Manager and play a central role in keeping the school running smoothly and efficiently. You will provide expert corporate and administrative support to the Principal, offering practical solutions across finance, human resources, and facilities management. With a balance of autonomy and guidance, you'll deliver key priorities, problem-solve, and help shape the strategic operation of a vibrant and supportive school community.
Make an impact every day by ensuring our school thrives behind the scenes
About Us
Rocklea State School is a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Brisbane that nurtures students to achieve their best academically, socially, and personally. Our school values community, respect, and a positive learning culture, creating a safe and supportive environment for every child.
With dedicated staff, engaging programs, and a focus on wellbeing, Rocklea State School is a vibrant place to learn, grow, and make a real difference every day.
Why this Role?
Responsibilities Include
* 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.
Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilites.
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 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role
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.
Occupational group
Education & Training