Are you a collaborative and solutions-focused leader who enjoys working with people and making a meaningful difference in a school community?

Kedron State School is seeking an experienced and motivated Business Manager to join the team. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with the Principal and school leadership team to support the day-to-day operations of the school, ensuring students and staff have the resources, systems and support they need to succeed.

The successful applicant will be a confident and approachable professional who can build positive relationships, communicate effectively and lead with integrity. You will bring strong organisational and financial management skills, a proactive mindset and a commitment to supporting people and outcomes. Your work will play a vital role in creating a positive and well-supported learning environment.

About our School:

Kedron State School is a vibrant and welcoming community school with a proud tradition of excellence, high expectations and strong partnerships with families. Supported by dedicated staff and an active parent community, the school is committed to ensuring every student achieves their best educational outcomes. Students learn in a caring and inclusive environment where individual learning needs are recognised and supported. Through a diverse range of learning experiences, Kedron State School nurtures confident, considerate and creative thinkers, preparing young people for success both now and into the future.

About the Role:

As the Business Manager you will manage the delivery of a range of corporate services, support educational management activities and lead the development of systemic change by actively supporting the school management team and school community. You will oversee the delivery of administrative, financial and human resources support, including the supervision of lower level school support staff and influencing stakeholders on sensitive issues.

Responsibilities:

• Leading and supporting school support staff through recruitment, workforce planning, training and day-to-day management.
• Managing school finances, including budgeting, purchasing, financial reporting and resource allocation.
• Supporting the Principal with strategic planning, budget management and operational decision-making.
• Coordinating facilities maintenance, minor works and contractor engagement.
• Overseeing administrative services and ensuring effective business operations across the school.
• Building strong relationships with staff, students, families, contractors and community stakeholders.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, systems and service delivery.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Interested? To Apply:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).
• Attach a 2-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in 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.