We are currently seeking a dedicated, proactive, and highly skilled Business Manager to join the leadership team at Charles Weston School. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the strategic direction and operational excellence of our school. We are looking for a dynamic individual who brings initiative, integrity, and a strong commitment to supporting student outcomes through effective business and administrative leadership. As Business Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing and coordinating a broad portfolio of responsibilities, including strategic planning, financial and facilities management, human resources, communications, stakeholder engagement, procurement, contract administration, compliance, risk management, and governance. Your expertise will help ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of our school, enabling our educators to focus on delivering high-quality learning experiences. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking school community that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. If you are ready to take on a leadership role that makes a real impact, we encourage you to apply and become part of our journey. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/Other Requirements: Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra Asbestos awareness card or a willingness to obtain - Asbestos Awareness Training and evidence of completion delivered by a Registered Training Organisation is required before commencement, for further information refer to: Asbestos Awareness Training - WorkSafe ACT Highly Desirable: Qualification or equivalent in Business Administration, Finance or Experience in a business-related role and financial qualifications and/or relevant experience. Knowledge of Xero and Sentral systems. Knowledge of office practices and procedures. Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages. A First Aid Certificate or a willingness to undertake appropriate training. Notes: This position is available immediately until 28 January 2026 with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. A merit pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. How to Apply: We strongly encourage you to discuss this role with the contact officer prior to submitting your application. Please submit your response of no more than two pages addressing the Selection Criteria considering the position overview, together with your curriculum vitae and names of two referees. Please provide evidence of your suitability for the role by including examples that clearly demonstrate your relevant Skills, Knowledge and Behavioural capabilities as required. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. LI-DNI Note This position is available immediately until 28 January 2026 with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.
