We are seeking an experienced, organised and solutions-focused Business Manager to join our school team.

This is a diverse and rewarding role for someone who thrives in a busy school environment, enjoys solving problems, and can confidently manage competing priorities across finance, human resources, administration, facilities and resources.

This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference within a school community while taking ownership of a diverse portfolio of business and administrative functions.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.34FTE), 25 hours per fortnight.

About us:

Thulimbah State School is a small, inclusive rural school on the outskirts of Stanthorpe, committed to the holistic development of every student. We pride ourselves on delivering progressive, future-focused learning programs that draw on staff expertise, regional partnerships, and personalised approaches to meet the needs of all learners.

Our multi-age learning setting (Prep to Year 6) provides rich opportunities for collaboration, leadership and tailored learning. Strong, positive relationships between staff and students support growth both within and beyond the classroom. A strong culture of respect underpins our school, and we work closely with families to ensure every student is supported to thrive.

Teaching and learning at Thulimbah State School aligns with the Australian Curriculum and Queensland Department of Education standards. Students at Thulimbah State School also have the opportunity to learn Japanese, with our school proud to offer this language program as a unique feature within our local area. Our wind instrumental music program is available to students' year 4 and above, with students from Prep to year 3 accessing instrumental and percussion lessons through a specific designed program.

We maximise student engagement through contemporary, evidence-informed pedagogies and meaningful,



real-world learning experiences.

Your opportunity:

As the Business Manager you will be responsible for the effective and efficient administrative management of the school by providing corporate services and administrative support to the Principal.

You will work within well-defined guidelines to provide advice and offer solutions to key stakeholders (external and internal) on business related problems (e.g. human resources, finance and facilities management), and have responsibility for autonomously delivering on priorities, seeking expert advice, adapting processes, problem solving and providing solutions according to clear outcomes, with regular guidance by the Principal.

Responsibilities:

- Manage daily school administration, records, correspondence and OneSchool.
- Supervise support staff, including rosters, leave, recruitment and training.
- Assist with budgeting, finances, banking and reconciliations.
- Manage school assets, facilities, maintenance and technology.
- Prepare reports, minutes, policies, newsletters and other documents.
- Manage competing priorities and solve day-to-day problems.
- Communicate effectively with staff, parents, students and the community.
- Ensure school operations meet policy, compliance and legislative requirements.

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 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
- 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.

📌 Business Manager - Thulimbah State School (Darling Downs)
🏢 Queensland Department of Education
📍 Darling Downs