Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 5
Occupation: Administration
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1518400
SC1 - Demonstrated ability to lead, coordinate and support education support staff, fostering collaboration and consistent practice, particularly in General Office management.
SC2 - Demonstrated knowledge and experience with respect to human resources and financial management records systems. An understanding of the Student Resource Package, Recruitment Online, eduPay, CASES21 Administration and Finance, IED International Student Program (VISIT), Compass and similar systems would be an advantage.
SC3 - Sound demonstrated knowledge of financial management legal requirements and Department policy requirements, including around facilities hire arrangements and first aid.
SC4 - High level organisational skills, including the capacity to prioritise workflows of self and others.
SC5 - High level written and verbal communication skills.
Attendance will not be required during school holiday periods unless specifically requested and agreed upon with the Principal.
The Business Manager is accountable for the planning, coordination, and governance of all business and administrative functions that underpin the delivery of high-quality education and school operations. This includes strategic oversight of finance and budgeting, procurement, payroll, human resources administration, disability inclusion finances, facilities and asset management, compliance, and risk management.
The position ensures that all business processes, financial systems, and administrative practices operate efficiently and transparently in accordance with Department of Education (DE) policies, audit requirements, and the School Strategic Plan. The Business Manager provides expert advice and evidence-based recommendations to the Principal and leadership team to support informed decision-making and long-term financial sustainability.
The position provides leadership, guidance, and professional support to education support staff. The role ensures that consistent standards, systems, and procedures are implemented and maintained, fostering a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
The position requires strong analytical and communication skills, a high level of professional judgement, and the ability to balance strategic priorities with day-to-day operational demands.
This role holds significant accountability for budget management, resource planning, workforce administration, and financial reporting across the organisation. It plays a critical role in aligning school operations with departmental requirements, ensuring the school operates efficiently, ethically, and in the best interests of its students and community.
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
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:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department'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 department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Forest Hill College is a co-educational secondary college in NEVR Inner East Region of Melbourne with a current student population of 300 students. We have an SFOE of 0.28 in the low ¿medium band.
At Forest Hill College, excellence is our standard. Guided by our values of Respect, Inspire, Success & Excellence- we deliver a rich and dynamic school experience. Our dedicated teachers deliver high quality engaging instruction that drives strong academic growth and our recently refurbished buildings offer vibrant spaces encouraging positive academic outcomes.
To ensure our students achieve their best, we ensure all students participate in extension learning and our year 7 cohort receives 120 minutes additional Math and English teaching per week. We also offer a full breadth of VCE subjects resulting in a Median study score of 31.
With our 2 large ovals, a full 350 seat theatre, tennis courts and futsal spaces, our students have every opportunity to participate in their passions, and these same spaces allow us to become a local community hub outside of school hours.
Our goal is to attract staff that are committed to practice excellence. In return we offer a calm and orderly environment that empowers young people to become confident, socially responsible learners, pursuing excellence.
Deliver School Services
Finance
Prepare bank reconcilations regularly and monitor balances and transfer requirements to ensure expenses are
paid on time.
Manage,
verify and process the release of prepared payments.
Manage annual review of College finance policies
General Administration
Human Resources
Process central and local payroll
Support the Principal as required in procedures relating to employee relations issues.
Manage School Resources
Support School Council
Other duties as required by the Principal.