This is a Business Manager - Virginia State School role with Queensland Department of Education based in Brisbane, QLD, AU Queensland Department of Education Role Seniority - mid level More about the Business Manager - Virginia State School role at Queensland Department of Education Virginia State School is seeking a dynamic and proactive Business Manager on a Temporary Part-time basis every Monday. The successful applicant will demonstrate attention to detail, strong organisational and people management skills, sound financial and budgeting knowledge, and an understanding of facilities management, while working well in a team and collaborating closely with the leadership team to support the school's strategic direction. This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.2FTE), 14.5 hours per fortnight. About The School Virginia State School is a well‑established primary school in Brisbane offering quality education from Prep to Year 6. The school is known for its supportive community, strong academic programs and wide range of co‑curricular activities. About The Role Responsibilities include: Operate autonomously in the provision of business services to the school, in an environment that at times exhibits a degree of complexity and frequently requires the interpretation of information and adaptation of processes. Provide a comprehensive range of administrative support (e.g. preparation of reports, and correspondence) and identify problems, conduct research, seek expert advice, recommend solutions. Undertake the day to day supervision and management of school support staff, including monitoring workloads and performance (working in collaboration with the Principal for any difficult performance management situations); identifying workforce capability requirements; and role modelling performance standards. In addition, this role will oversee for school support staff the signatories/approval of timesheets, leave applications, rosters, arrange relief; and organise, undertake and coordinate the recruitment, induction and training of school support staff. Support the Principal with the preparation and administration of the budget, undertaking day to day financial activities (e.g. reviewing school expenditure, managing payroll and purchasing, producing financial reports from OneSchool); seeking external expert financial advice when appropriate; proposing alternatives for managing the school's financial resources; and suggesting courses of action to routine and non-routine financial matters that comply with legislation and policy. Please view 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 1-page 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. Occupational group Education & Training Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Queensland Department of Education team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Providing business services Supervising support staff Financial administration Key Strengths Attention to detail ️ Organisational skills Financial knowledge Facilities management People management Problem-solving A Final Note: This is a role with Queensland Department of Education not with Hatch.
