About this job
This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
About Us:
Flagstone State School, which is located 9km from the centre of Jimboomba in the picturesque Flagstone Estate. Our school has a current enrolment of 800 students enrolled from Prep to Year 6. We work to ensure all children receive quality education, and that their opportunity for success is maximised within a safe and supportive school environment.
This is accomplished via a diversity of programs that promote the foundational skills, and also offer opportunities for the diverse range of interests and abilities of our student body. We pride ourselves on the delivery of a personalised education for all students catering to every child's needs. We have a strong focus on providing opportunities for all students to achieve to their utmost potential. Our music, sporting and dance programs also provide extra curricula opportunities for students to shine. It is with vision and rigour, as a school that ‘Together we build the future'.
About the Role:
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
- Contribute to financial planning processes including developing, planning, monitoring and reviewing the annual school budget, regularly reporting to the school management team and ensuring that financial activities comply with legislation and policy. Conduct analysis and provide information and advice to the Principal regarding the school's financial situation.
- Provide facilities management advice and project management (e.g. evaluate new work and renovation projects in collaboration with the Principal; negotiate with external contractors; make recommendations and decisions in collaboration with the Principal; manage and review the Minor Works, grounds maintenance, and grounds improvement budgets). Consider alternative pathways for more effective and sustainable resource utilisation.
- Build networks with other Business Managers, staff and community representatives to ensure the provision of corporate services meets best practice, and act as a role model for talent within the network.
Highly desirable skills and experience;
- Knowledge/understanding of the Teacher Aide EB.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply:
- Please attach 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.
Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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