Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 2, Range 6
Occupation: Administration
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1531746
SC1. Strategic Leadership and School Improvement
Demonstrated capacity to provide high-level strategic leadership and advice to the Principal, Leadership Team and School Council, including the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic plans, organisational improvement initiatives and long-term business planning that support student outcomes.
SC2. Financial Management and Resource Planning
Highly developed experience in leading complex financial operations, including strategic budget development, financial forecasting, resource allocation, financial reporting, procurement, asset management and the provision of expert financial advice to support organisational sustainability and informed decision making.
SC3. Human Resource Management and Workforce Planning
Demonstrated experience in leading workforce planning, recruitment, employee relations, industrial relations, performance management and organisational development. Proven ability to provide authoritative advice on staffing structures, workforce capability, compliance requirements and human resource management practices.
SC4. Leadership and Management of Staff
Proven ability to lead, manage and develop multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and high performance. Demonstrated experience in building staff capability, managing change and leading teams through organisational growth and improvement initiatives.
SC5. Governance, Risk and Compliance
Demonstrated capacity to establish and maintain effective governance, risk management and compliance frameworks. Experience ensuring compliance with Department of Education policies, legislative requirements, audit obligations and organisational accountability standards.
SC6. Operational Management and Stakeholder Engagement
Demonstrated experience in leading complex business and operational functions, including contract management, facilities and asset management, project management and business process improvement. Highly developed communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with staff, School Council, Department representatives, contractors and external stakeholders.
We are seeking an experienced, highly skilled and strategic Business Manager to join our College leadership team. The position is available for an immediate start, with flexibility around the commencement date for the successful candidate.
The Business Manager reports directly to the Principal and is a key member of the College Leadership Team. The position provides strategic leadership and oversight of the College's business, financial, human resource, administrative, compliance and operational functions to ensure the effective and sustainable management of the College.
The Business Manager leads the front office and business services team, including the Principal's Personal Assistant/Human Resources Manager, Finance Officers, Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Registrar/Student Records Assistant, First Aid Officer and Receptionist. The role is responsible for building the capability of staff through effective leadership, performance development, succession planning and workforce management.
As a senior leader, the Business Manager works in close partnership with the Principal, Principal Class Team and College Council to develop and implement long-term financial, workforce and operational strategies that support the achievement of the College's Strategic Plan and Annual Implementation Plan. The position provides expert advice to the Principal and College Council on financial sustainability, workforce planning, governance, risk management, policy development, compliance obligations and resource allocation.
The Business Manager plays a lead role in the strategic planning, management and evaluation of the College's financial resources, ensuring that budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, procurement, asset management and financial reporting processes are aligned with the College's priorities and comply with Department of Education requirements, legislative obligations and sound accounting principles.
The position is responsible for establishing and maintaining robust systems of financial governance, internal controls and risk management across the College. This includes monitoring compliance with Department policies, audit requirements, contractual obligations and regulatory frameworks, while ensuring resources are managed efficiently, transparently and accountably.
The Business Manager provides strategic leadership in workforce management and organisational development, including oversight of recruitment, staffing structures, workforce planning, industrial relations matters, human resource processes and employee wellbeing initiatives. The role works collaboratively with leaders across the College to ensure resources are deployed effectively to maximise operational efficiency and support improved student outcomes.
The Business Manager also leads major business and infrastructure projects, contract management, facility planning and service delivery reviews, ensuring that College operations remain responsive to changing educational, financial and community needs. The position drives continuous improvement initiatives through the analysis of data, identification of opportunities, implementation of best practice systems and evaluation of organisational performance.
The Business Manager represents the College in dealings with external agencies, service providers, auditors, consultants and Department representatives and provides high-level leadership across the organisation in matters relating to finance, governance, compliance and business operations.
Through strategic leadership, sound judgement and expert business management, the Business Manager contributes significantly to the long-term sustainability, effectiveness and success of the College.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership and School Improvement
Financial Leadership and Governance
Human Resources and Workforce Planning
Operational Management and Administration
Resource, Asset and Facilities Management
Governance, Risk and Compliance
School Council and Community Engagement
Leadership of Staff
Other Duties
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
Our Purpose:
At TC our purpose is to challenge the status quo so that everyone is empowered to learn.
We Believe:
Learning is more than just acquiring knowledge. It is a personal, exciting, lifelong journey. School is a place to discover and pursue your passions which contribute to the greater good.
High quality teaching and learning is student-centred and relationship driven, where support and challenge empower all to be the best that they can be.
Success comes in many forms and growth and achievement are to be recognised and celebrated.
Our Values - Empowered Learners
The elements we value that lead to empowered learners are:
How we do what we do
School profile
TC is a leader in innovative and progressive education. Having transformed the school from a school of last resort to a thriving community, we now have approximately 1250 students and demand outstrips supply. We continue to improve and innovate by having a clear focus on both ¿core¿ work and explore work. In 2023, TC was named Australian Government Secondary School of the Year, and one of our staff members was named the Australian Government Secondary School Teacher of the Year. In the same year, the school was shortlisted as a finalist in the Victorian Education Excellence Awards in the Provision for High Ability Students category.
The learning environment is not one where education is done `"to" students. Rather, learners take increasing responsibility to drive their own educational decisions and directions as they grow in age and maturity. This is done in consultation with their parents and a supportive staff community that guide the learner keep them accountable.
To acknowledge the amazing work and growth of students TC has developed a new model of assessment where students are assessed and recognised according to Expanded Measures of Success, beyond traditional measures. Students can measure their progress across a range of transferable skills.
The school is fully compliant with the F-10 Victorian Curriculum Guidelines and the school was reviewed as having met the VRQA requirements as part of the School Review Process.
Candidates are encouraged to visit our website at www.tc.vic.edu.au for further information on TC.