Department of Education Victoria – Ascot Vale VIC

20h ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Ascot Vale Heights School is a Victorian Government specialist P-12 school located in Ascot Vale. We are deeply passionate about preparing young people to reach their full potential and become active and engaged global learners.

Our school provides evidence-based learning that maximises the independence of each student in an innovative, engaging and inclusive learning environment. Our work is grounded in Respectful Learning, Community and Collaboration.

The Business Manager is a key member of the school's Leadership Team and plays an important role in ensuring that the financial, administrative and operational foundations of the school are robust, responsive and aligned to our educational priorities.

The role will work closely with the Principal, Assistant Principal, Allied Health Team Leader and other members of the Leadership Team to ensure resources, workforce, systems and operational practices support the School Strategic Plan 2026-2030, Annual Implementation Plan and effective delivery of the school's educational programs.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated capacity to provide strategic leadership across school administration, finance and operational functions, including leading and developing a team and directing the work of others.

SC2 Demonstrated high-level knowledge and experience in financial and resource management, including annual budgets, financial statements, accounting processes, grants and income, financial controls and providing sound advice to school leadership.

SC3 Demonstrated knowledge and experience in human resource and workforce management, compliance, governance, risk management, procurement, contracts,



facilities and operational systems within a complex organisation.

SC4 Highly developed organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills, including the capacity to manage competing priorities, respond to complex operational matters, evaluate systems and implement improvements to work practices and service delivery.

SC5 Highly developed written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the capacity to provide strategic advice, build effective relationships and work collaboratively with the Principal, Leadership Team, staff and external providers.

Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised full time (Monday - Friday 8.30am-4.30pm) Business Manager to provide strategic leadership across the school's financial, human resource, administrative and operational functions.

This is a senior Education Support Level 1 Range 5 position with whole-school impact. The successful applicant will lead and develop the school's administration and operational workforce and provide high-quality advice to the Principal and Leadership Team.

The role provides an opportunity for an experienced business or operations professional to contribute to organisational improvement, sound financial management, workforce planning, compliance, risk management and the efficient delivery of school services.





A Business Manager role will usually undertake tasks that impact on the whole school. The role seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, finance or human resources.

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice in matters relating to the school finance, human resources or school administration.

Responsibilities

Finance

- Manage and direct the preparation of annual budgets, regular financial statements, financial monitoring and forecasting, and contribute to the financial decision-making of the school.
- Prepare funding submissions and financial reports for the Principal, Leadership Team and School Council as required.
- Direct the school's accounting and financial administration processes and ensure that all funds, investments and financial transactions are appropriately accounted for in accordance with Department requirements and relevant Treasury regulations.
- Provide advice to staff and leaders on spending against budget for programs, projects, faculties and other school activities.
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📌 Business Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Melbourne