Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 5
Occupation: Administration
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1484019
School Profile
Homestead Senior Secondary College opened in 2020 and is located in a developing area of Point Cook, approximately 28 kilometres from Melbourne CBD. Our feeder schools are the local P-9 colleges ¿ Alamanda and Saltwater P-9 Colleges. A significant percentage of our enrolments are new arrivals to the greater Point Cook community. Homestead also attracts a growing number of enrolments from the independent school¿s sector. Rapid growth is predicted for both the suburb and school over the next 5 to 10 years.
In 2026 we expect approximately 700 students at HSSC, and it is projected that the college¿s peak enrolment will be in excess of 1500 students. In addition to this, we expect to be supporting approximately 600 students from Saltwater P-9 at years 7-9 on the Homestead site while Saltwater undergoes major capital works to increase capacity on their site.
The foundation years of the college focused upon building social capital, creating structures and practices, purchasing resources and establishing staff professional learning teams. This is an amazing career opportunity for educationalists as they are part of a staff cohort playing an integral role in the development of the college¿s culture, teaching & learning style and place in our community. Our new phase includes solidifying our culture of the young adult learning environment and our consistent teaching and learning model, while managing significant growth in student and staff population.
HSSC is a state of the art 21st Century learning environment for young adults. With a build cost of $53 million, facilities are second to none. Students learn in a three-storey main building, a standalone Performing Arts/Physical Education building, multi-purpose courts and a playing field. Our landscaped grounds feature amazing spaces for our students and staff.
The college curriculum focuses on providing the right pathway for all students to achieve their academic goals. The college offers a broad range of studies at Year 10, VCE, VCAL, VET & other programs.
HSSC is defined by:
SC1 Demonstrated experience in managing financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. The ability to monitor, control, and optimise school resources to ensure financial sustainability and compliance with relevant regulations.
SC2 Demonstrated excellent working knowledge of CASES21 Finance and Administration, AIMS, Recruitment Online, Worksafe, Workcover, EduPay, CSEF, Compass, SRP Planner and Reports, including a demonstrated ability to successfully implement DET Human Resources and other relevant administrative processes, policies and guidelines.
SC3 Proven experience in overseeing the maintenance and management of school facilities and assets. The ability to coordinate contractors, manage capital works projects, and ensure the school's physical resources are safe, functional, and well-maintained.
SC4 Demonstrated experience in understanding of school governance, including knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and guidelines (e.g., risk management, OHS, ESM and financial compliance). Ability to ensure the school meets its legal and regulatory obligations, including preparation of reports for school council.
SC5 Demonstrated ability to contribute to strategic planning and long-term financial planning. A proactive approach to identifying issues, generating solutions, and implementing improvements that align with the school¿s goals and vision.
SC6 High level written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with all members of the school community including students, parents and staff, as well as a demonstrated ability to work effectively and proactively with outside organisations and all members of the school community, taking into account their individual needs and circumstances.
Key Responsibilities
¿ Financial Management:
¿ Develops and manages the school's budget.
¿ Oversees financial planning, accounting, and reporting.
¿ Manages financial resources and ensures compliance with regulations.
¿ Produce finance reports required for school council and attend school council meetings as required.
¿ Support families and students who are experiencing financial hardship through school support, scholarships etc.
¿ Human Resources:
¿ Manages recruitment, training, and performance management of non-teaching staff.
¿ Ensures compliance with employment laws and policies.
¿ Serves as a point of contact for staff regarding HR matters.
¿ Facilities Management:
¿ Oversees the maintenance and upkeep of school buildings and grounds.
¿ Manages facilities projects and ensures a safe and functional learning environment.
¿ Management of College keys.
¿ Procurement:
¿ Manages the procurement of goods and services for the school.
¿ Ensures that purchases are made efficiently and cost-effectively.
¿ Administrative Support:
¿ Provides administrative support to the principal and leadership team.
¿ Manages school data and information systems, including archiving.
¿ Serves as a point of contact for staff regarding administrative matters.
¿ Health and Safety:
¿ Acts as the school's Health and Safety Lead and manages health and safety within the school.
¿ Ensures compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
¿ Leadership and Team Management:
¿ Leads and supports the administration and finance teams.
¿ Promotes a positive and collaborative working environment.
¿ Strategic Planning:
¿ Plays an active role in the development and implementation of school strategies and objectives.
¿ Ensures that the school makes the best use of its resources.
¿ Other, as directed by Principal
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.
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.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, 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 family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
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
Enquiries regarding the position can be directed to the Principal Danijel Banovic 0436 922 997 - we encourage you to contact the Principal with regard to this role.
Applications must include:
- A specific response to all the key selection criteria
- A CV including the names of three referees and contact numbers should be included in the application
- Applications should be submitted via Recruitment Online https://schooljobs.education.vic.gov.au/psp/ROLPPRD1_EA/APPLICANT/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL