Business Manager

Full-Time Position | Commencement Date flexible October 9 – January 11

Kindlehill Steiner School is seeking an experienced, motivated and values-aligned professional to join our leadership team as Business Manager.

Reporting directly to the Principal and the Board, the Business Manager plays a pivotal role in the successful operation and strategic development of the School. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled business professional to contribute to a thriving Steiner school community while leading the School’s financial, operational and administrative functions.

The successful applicant will support the School’s educational vision and ethos through effective leadership of business services, ensuring strong governance, financial sustainability and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities The Business Manager is responsible for a broad range of strategic and operational functions, including:

- Financial management, budgeting and reporting
- Strong computer skills Office 365 and TEAMS and MS-Excel capability
- Strategic planning and organisational development
- Risk management, compliance and governance
- Leadership of the School Administration Office
- Liaison with regulatory authorities and external stakeholders
- Human resources management and industrial relations matters
- Company Secretary responsibilities
- Supporting the Principal and Board in achieving the School’s strategic objectives

About You The successful applicant will demonstrate:





- Relevant qualifications and experience in business, finance or administration
- Strong financial and analytical skills
- Experience in governance, compliance and risk management
- Excellent leadership and people management capabilities
- Well-developed communication and relationship-building skills
- A commitment to working collaboratively within a values-based educational environment
- An appreciation of, or willingness to engage with, Steiner education

What We Offer

- A rewarding leadership role within a vibrant and supportive school community
- The chance to contribute to the long-term sustainability and success of the School
- A collaborative working environment aligned with Steiner educational principles
- Flexibility regarding commencement date for the successful applicant

Applications An application package is available on request by contacting [email protected]. Applications, including a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and a current resume, should be submitted to [email protected] by 5.00 pm on Friday 11****th September 2026.

Kindlehill Steiner School is committed to child safety and the wellbeing of all students. The successful applicant will be required to satisfy relevant employment screening requirements.

SCHOOL

Kindlehill School for Rudolf Steiner Education

CLOSING DATE

11 September 2026

CONTACT

Murray Hopkins [email protected]

📌 Business Manager (Chatswood)
🏢 Steiner Education Australia (SEA)
📍 Chatswood