Business Manager - 0.5 FTE Family Leave Replacement
Employment
Part time, Fixed term
Subject
General
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
2 November 2026
Posted 26 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
30.1
25 teaching · 5.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
14.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
359
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
18%
Girls vs boys
185 girls · 174 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Selection Criteria
To apply, please submit a cover letter and a response addressing the four Key Selection Criteria.
Please keep your introductory cover letter brief and concise.
Your total application (cover letter and selection criteria responses combined) should not, if possible, exceed 3 pages in length.
SC1 Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of an office team within a shared Business Manager arrangement, including the ability to work independently, coordinate responsibilities, and maintain clear communication and effective handover to ensure continuity of business operations.
SC2 Demonstrated knowledge and experience in school administration and financial management, including accounts payable, preparation of end of month financial documentation, and facilities management, together with proficiency in AIMS and Compass, including its payment functions.
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 organisational and written and verbal communication skills, including the capacity to prioritise workloads, coordinate responsibilities and maintain effective communication within a shared Business Manager arrangement.
Role
This 0.5 FTE family leave position will work alongside the 0.6 FTE Business Manager, with one shared working day per fortnight to support handover, coordination and continuity. Key responsibilities will include accounts payable, preparation of end-of-month financial documentation, administration of Comp…