Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 4
Occupation: Administration
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1480010
SC1Financial and Administrative Expertise
Demonstrated experience in managing school finances, budgets, payroll, human resources and procurement processes with a high level of accuracy and compliance. Ability to independently manage daily administrative operations, including school records, enrolments, and reporting requirements.
SC2 Strong Organisational and Problem-Solving Skills
Proven ability to prioritise tasks, manage competing demands, and maintain efficient office systems in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment. Capacity to work autonomously while also contributing to school-wide planning and decision-making.
SC3 Interpersonal and Communication Skills
High-level written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally and warmly with students, staff, families, and external stakeholders. Demonstrated capacity to build respectful and supportive relationships within a close school community.
SC4 Commitment to Child Safety and School Values
Understanding of and commitment to the Child Safe Standards, privacy obligations, and the values of a community-focused school. Experience in contributing positively to a caring, inclusive school culture where every child is known and supported.
SC5 Wellbeing and First Aid Support
Knowledge and experience in supporting student wellbeing, including contributing to individual support plans. Knowledge and experience in providing appropriate first aid, respond calmly in emergencies, and maintain accurate health records. Current First Aid (RN preferable), CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma Management certificates required.
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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.
Finance
General Administration
Human Resources
Manage School Resources
Wellbeing
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
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Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.
Nestled in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges, Ferny Creek Primary School is a proud and vibrant community school with a rich history and a strong sense of place. Set in expansive natural grounds, our school provides a unique and inspiring environment for children to learn, grow, and thrive.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which our school stands, and honour the long history of learning, connection, and care for Country that continues to shape our school community.
We offer a nurturing and highly personalised learning experience for each of our 130 students. Our dedicated and passionate staff work together to provide rich learning opportunities that challenge and support every student. We offer a range of specialist subjects including The Arts, STEM, Auslan, PE and Kitchen Garden.
Guided by or school values of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience, our focus is on continual school improvement. We are proud of our high academic achievement, built on strong foundations in structured literacy and numeracy and enriched by a focus on critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. We understand that children learn best when they feel happy, confident, and connected, so we prioritise wellbeing in every aspect of school life.
At the centre of everything we do are strong relationships. Our close-knit school community values connection, communication, and collaboration. These strong partnerships between staff, students, and families help create a positive, inclusive, and respectful school culture.