About this job
About Us:
Mountain Creek State School is one of the most exciting educational communities you will find anywhere in the world. Mountain Creek State School is well known for its high educational standards, supportive school culture, its engaging educational programs and a wide range of student achievements.
Since opening in 1994, our motto of 'Caring, Sharing and Learning Together' has underpinned all aspects of school life at Mountain Creek State School. Our main goal has been and always will be, to make this school a welcoming place for everyone. A place where children, parents and staff are happy and proud to be, where they feel supported and respected for the individual contributions they make, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect, for both who they are today and what they hope and dream of for tomorrow.
We strive to ensure that students leave Mountain Creek State School with the confidence, skills and abilities to be able to contribute as valuable citizens of our global community, to have a healthy respect for themselves and others, and a burning desire to make a difference in our world.
About the Role:
As the Business Manager you will interpret and analyse business plans and work alongside the Principal to deliver a range of corporate services. You will manage the timely delivery of organisational executive and administrative support; frequently identify opportunities to adapt processes; supervise the support staff workforce; and encourage an environment in which quality services are delivered by demonstrating best practice, inspiring change and influencing key stakeholders.
The Business Manager reports to the Principal and liaises with Deputy Principals, Heads of Department and Curriculum Coordinators.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Provide strategic leadership and oversight of business services within the school, demonstrating autonomy while modelling high standards of service delivery in a dynamic environment.
- Lead and manage executive and administrative support services, including coordinating teams, interpreting departmental policies, supporting staff development and improving processes for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
- Oversee human resource management for school support staff, including workforce planning, recruitment, induction, performance management, mentoring and ensuring compliance with relevant awards and conditions.
- Contribute to the school's financial management by assisting with budget planning, monitoring and reporting, and providing analysis and advice to the Principal to ensure compliance with legislation and policy.
- Manage facilities and resource planning, including overseeing maintenance and improvement projects, coordinating contractors and building professional networks to support best practice in school business operations.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to apply:
- Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 2-pg written statement in response to the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.