Job Description
Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 4
Occupation: Administration
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 1484344
Selection Criteria
SC1 Demonstrated capacity to lead an office team, including capacity for directing the work of others.
SC2 Demonstrated knowledge and experience in respect to human resource and financial management records systems.
SC3 Sound knowledge of financial management legal requirements and practices, including the capacity to produce reports and provide advice in respect to those reports.
SC4 High level organizational skills, including the capacity to prioritise work flows.
SC5 High level written and verbal communication skills.
Role
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.
Responsibilities
Deliver School Services
Manage the design and production of school publications and documents
Finance
Manage and direct the preparation of annual budgets and regular financial statements and contribute to the financial decision making of the school.
Prepare funding submissions for the leadership team and school council.
Direct the accounting processes of the school and ensure that all funds, including school investments, are effectively accounted for according to Treasury regulations.
Provide advice to staff on spending against budget in respect to faculties, programs and other school projects.
Administer government grants and other school income.
Manage fund raising activities.
General Administration
Ensure the provision of a range of administrative support functions for the Principal and teaching staff.
Provide administrative support to external service providers as required.
Manage the processing of student admissions, registrations, enrolments and transfers.
Provide required level of administrative support for school events, functions and projects.
Implement induction programs for new staff, volunteers and other workers to the school.
Human Resources
Research, plan and prepare development programs for support staff.
Manage recruitment procedures.
Provide authoritative advice to the leadership team on support structures and work practices.
Assist in the development of work practices that ensure appropriate occupational health and safety standards are maintained.
Manage procedures relating to employee relations issues.
Assist in the development of human resource planning.
Manage School Resources
Coordinate the use and maintenance of school buildings and equipment.
Liaise and negotiate with service providers in respect to the cost and quality of services.
Supervise the delivery of contracted services.
Manage the development and collection of resource material at the school.
Support School Council
Draft reports and make recommendations on operational issues.
Evaluate and report on the operational efficiency of computer systems in production, making recommendations for improvement where appropriate.
Develop techniques and procedures that will affect work practices beyond the work place.
Manage a technical program with a broad scope across the school.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment
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]
Child Safe Standards
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
DE Values
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
Other Information
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Conditions of Employment
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Location Profile
Vision
Gladstone Park Primary School believes in a co-operative approach between its students, staff and parents.
Students work together to develop positive attitudes, skills and the ability to confidently meet the challenges in front of them.
The school's motto 'Achieving Excellence' reflects our core values:
Respect
Honesty
Responsibility
Cooperation
Unity
Gladstone Park Primary School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children. Our school community recognises the importance of, and a responsibility for, ensuring our school is a safe, supportive and enriching environment, which respects and fosters the dignity and self-esteem of children, and enables them to thrive in their learning and development.
Gladstone Park Primary School aims to provide a teaching and learning environment that effectively supports students to reach their potential, including high achieving and special needs students. The school provides many specialist teachers and supports this through dedicated facilities for a number of the associated learning areas. The students have access to an exciting array of extra- and intra-curricula programs that enhance personal and academic development. The school is well supported by the parent population both within the classroom and in fund-raising.
Gladstone Park Primary School opened in 1970 and is situated in a residential estate in the Northwestern suburbs, close to Melbourne Airport. The school is located next to Gladstone Park Secondary College. The present enrolment of 410 students is located in 18 fully air-conditioned classrooms.
The Victorian School Building Authority has developed a Master Plan for the staged modernisation of the school. Stages One and Two have seen the construction of eight new state-of-the art classrooms along with withdrawal spaces/meeting rooms and staff offices. The second stage, completed in 2021- also saw the provision of a new student amenities block.
Although the majority of our students were born in Australia, many of their parents migrated from other countries and speak another language at home.
The dedicated and committed staff team work very well together in professional learning communities to support the children in their social, emotional, academic and physical development. The School Council provides outstanding leadership and support for the staff and parents of the Gladstone Park community.
Gladstone Park Primary School provides a balanced curriculum featuring quality, sequential programs. The Victorian Curriculum is used as the framework for teaching and learning programs.
Specialist programs are offered in Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Languages (Italian), Library and English as an Additional Language (EAL). There are intervention programs in place to support students¿ literacy and numeracy skills development.
The Arts represents a major curriculum focus, involving, specialist programs, annual concerts, violin lessons, and a chamber choir.
The challenge the school faces is to continue to strive for excellence in outcomes for the students by ensuring programs remain relevant, age-appropriate and effective.
The School Strategic Plan provides the scaffold for the development of consistent high-level teaching and learning strategies in literacy and numeracy, supported by significant professional development.
Applications close Tuesday 5 August 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
23 July 2026
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 4
Occupation: Administration
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 1484344
Selection Criteria
SC1 Demonstrated capacity to lead an office team, including capacity for directing the work of others.
SC2 Demonstrated knowledge and experience in respect to human resource and financial management records systems.
SC3 Sound knowledge of financial management legal requirements and practices, including the capacity to produce reports and provide advice in respect to those reports.
SC4 High level organizational skills, including the capacity to prioritise work flows.
SC5 High level written and verbal communication skills.
Role
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.
Responsibilities
Deliver School Services
Manage the design and production of school publications and documents
Finance
Manage and direct the preparation of annual budgets and regular financial statements and contribute to the financial decision making of the school.
Prepare funding submissions for the leadership team and school council.
Direct the accounting processes of the school and ensure that all funds, including school investments, are effectively accounted for according to Treasury regulations.
Provide advice to staff on spending against budget in respect to faculties, programs and other school projects.
Administer government grants and other school income.
Manage fund raising activities.
General Administration
Ensure the provision of a range of administrative support functions for the Principal and teaching staff.
Provide administrative support to external service providers as required.
Manage the processing of student admissions, registrations, enrolments and transfers.
Provide required level of administrative support for school events, functions and projects.
Implement induction programs for new staff, volunteers and other workers to the school.
Human Resources
Research, plan and prepare development programs for support staff.
Manage recruitment procedures.
Provide authoritative advice to the leadership team on support structures and work practices.
Assist in the development of work practices that ensure appropriate occupational health and safety standards are maintained.
Manage procedures relating to employee relations issues.
Assist in the development of human resource planning.
Manage School Resources
Coordinate the use and maintenance of school buildings and equipment.
Liaise and negotiate with service providers in respect to the cost and quality of services.
Supervise the delivery of contracted services.
Manage the development and collection of resource material at the school.
Support School Council
Draft reports and make recommendations on operational issues.
Evaluate and report on the operational efficiency of computer systems in production, making recommendations for improvement where appropriate.
Develop techniques and procedures that will affect work practices beyond the work place.
Manage a technical program with a broad scope across the school.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment
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]
Child Safe Standards
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
DE Values
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
Other Information
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Conditions of Employment
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Location Profile
Vision
Gladstone Park Primary School believes in a co-operative approach between its students, staff and parents.
Students work together to develop positive attitudes, skills and the ability to confidently meet the challenges in front of them.
The school's motto 'Achieving Excellence' reflects our core values:
Respect
Honesty
Responsibility
Cooperation
Unity
Gladstone Park Primary School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children. Our school community recognises the importance of, and a responsibility for, ensuring our school is a safe, supportive and enriching environment, which respects and fosters the dignity and self-esteem of children, and enables them to thrive in their learning and development.
Gladstone Park Primary School aims to provide a teaching and learning environment that effectively supports students to reach their potential, including high achieving and special needs students. The school provides many specialist teachers and supports this through dedicated facilities for a number of the associated learning areas. The students have access to an exciting array of extra- and intra-curricula programs that enhance personal and academic development. The school is well supported by the parent population both within the classroom and in fund-raising.
Gladstone Park Primary School opened in 1970 and is situated in a residential estate in the Northwestern suburbs, close to Melbourne Airport. The school is located next to Gladstone Park Secondary College. The present enrolment of 410 students is located in 18 fully air-conditioned classrooms.
The Victorian School Building Authority has developed a Master Plan for the staged modernisation of the school. Stages One and Two have seen the construction of eight new state-of-the art classrooms along with withdrawal spaces/meeting rooms and staff offices. The second stage, completed in 2021- also saw the provision of a new student amenities block.
Although the majority of our students were born in Australia, many of their parents migrated from other countries and speak another language at home.
The dedicated and committed staff team work very well together in professional learning communities to support the children in their social, emotional, academic and physical development. The School Council provides outstanding leadership and support for the staff and parents of the Gladstone Park community.
Gladstone Park Primary School provides a balanced curriculum featuring quality, sequential programs. The Victorian Curriculum is used as the framework for teaching and learning programs.
Specialist programs are offered in Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Languages (Italian), Library and English as an Additional Language (EAL). There are intervention programs in place to support students¿ literacy and numeracy skills development.
The Arts represents a major curriculum focus, involving, specialist programs, annual concerts, violin lessons, and a chamber choir.
The challenge the school faces is to continue to strive for excellence in outcomes for the students by ensuring programs remain relevant, age-appropriate and effective.
The School Strategic Plan provides the scaffold for the development of consistent high-level teaching and learning strategies in literacy and numeracy, supported by significant professional development.
Applications close Tuesday 5 August 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
23 July 2026
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