Moreton Downs State School is seeking applications for a Business Manager to join their administrative team and contribute to the school's vision of embracing learning and life with curiosity and confidence. The Business Manager will be responsible for overseeing the financial, operational, and administrative
functions of the school. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and financial management skills to ensure the efficient and effective use of resources.
If you are a motivated professional with a passion for supporting educational success through sound business practices, we invite you to
apply and become a valued part of our school community.
About the School
Moreton Downs State School is a vibrant and inclusive learning community located in Deception Bay, 30 kilometres north of Brisbane. Since opening in 1995, we have proudly served students from Prep to Year 6, guided by our motto 'Growth Through Knowledge'. Our school is built on the values of being Respectful, Safe, and a Learner. With a strong focus on high-quality teaching and a commitment to student success, we offer diverse opportunities in academics, sport, music, and technology. Supported by dedicated staff and an engaged community, Moreton Downs State School is where every child can thrive and feel connected.
Your Responsibilities
As the Business Manager, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
* Operate autonomously in the provision of business services to the school, in an environment that at times exhibits a degree of complexity and frequently requires the interpretation of information and adaptation of processes.
* Provide a comprehensive range of administrative support (e.g. preparation of reports, and correspondence) and identify problems, conduct research, seek expert advice, recommend solutions.
* 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. In addition, this role will oversee for school support staff the signatories/approval of timesheets, leave applications, rosters, arrange relief; and organise, undertake and coordinate the recruitment, induction and training of school support
staff.
* Support the Principal with the preparation and administration of the budget, undertaking day to day financial activities (e.g. reviewing school expenditure, managing payroll and purchasing, producing financial reports from OneSchool); seeking external expert financial advice when appropriate; proposing alternatives for managing the school's financial resources; and suggesting courses of action to routine and non-routine financial matters that comply with legislation and policy.
* Monitor and provide advice to the Principal on facilities and ground maintenance (e.g. advising on minor works and repairs schedules, negotiating with contractors, facilitating repairs, and overseeing expenditure of planned and unplanned maintenance budgets). Manage the purchase, maintenance and repair of resources/equipment in accordance with guidelines, and identify opportunities to generate greater resource sustainability.
* Build networks with other Business Managers, staff and community representatives to ensure the provision of
corporate services meets best practice, and act as a role model for talent within the network.
* Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills, empathy, self-awareness and the ability to build trust when dealing with sensitive situations. Interpret the likely reactions of others to emotional situations and recognise opportunities in which students may be better supported in their school environment.
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
* Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) to the how you may be assessed section of the attached role description.
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.
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