Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 4
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 1552316
SC1 Demonstrated capacity to lead an office team, including capacity for directing the work of others.
SC2 Demonstrated knowledge and experience in respect to human resource and financial management records systems.
SC3 Sound knowledge of financial management legal requirements and practices, including the capacity to produce reports and provide advice in respect to those reports.
SC4 High level organizational skills, including the capacity to prioritise work flows.
SC5 High level written and verbal communication skills.
5 days per week
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.
Craigieburn Primary School is seeking an organised and capable Business Manager to lead the school¿s financial, human resource and administrative operations.
Working closely with the principal, the Business Manager will provide accurate financial information, practical advice and effective administrative systems that support school priorities. The role includes leading the office team, coordinating resources and maintaining sound financial controls and reliable records.
The successful applicant will exercise initiative and judgement within Department policies, school procedures and delegated authority. They will communicate clearly, maintain confidentiality and build respectful relationships with staff, families, School Council and external providers.
Deliver School Services
Finance
General Administration
Human Resources
Manage School Resources
Support School Council
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
About Our School
Craigieburn Primary School (CPS) is a vibrant and deeply connected community committed to educating the whole child. Established in 1956 and relocated to its modern facilities in 2013, the school is situated in a well-established area within the City of Hume. As a proud member of the Hume-Meri-Bek Network in the North Western Victoria Region, CPS currently caters to a diverse enrolment of 370 students structured across 18 classes, with a Student Family Occupation and Education (SFOE) index of 0.45
Our dynamic leadership team comprises the Principal, two Assistant Principals, one Leading Teacher, and three Learning Specialists, all dedicated to fostering an environment of educational excellence and continuous professional growth.
Our Vision, Motto, & Values are central to everything we do.
Craigieburn Primary School is committed to educating the whole child in an engaging and supportive environment where every student is challenged to achieve their personal best. We believe academic success is built on strong personal foundations. Teaching and learning are strictly aligned with the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0, with our comprehensive curriculum underpinned by the Victorian Curriculum
Our explicit instruction pedagogy is embedded across all learning areas, utilising the Gradual Release of Responsibility framework (I Do, We Do, You Do) to ensure clarity, consistency, and high expectations in every classroom.
As well as focusing strongly on academic outcomes, each child's personal development is prioritized. Students develop self-esteem, resilience, and positive relationships alongside high expectations in Literacy and Numeracy, ensuring growth both personally and academically.
CPS provides a diverse range of extracurricular opportunities, including Day Camps, Safety programs run by the SES, Sports clinics, an intensive Swimming program, Junior School Council, Build-a-Car (STEM), and End of Year Concerts. Our strong leadership program empowers students to develop their leadership skills and have a meaningful voice within the school.
We also place a strong emphasis on community engagement, actively fostering positive and collaborative relationships with families and the wider local community through our thriving Community Hub.
We invite all perspective applicants to book a tour of our school.