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Occupation: AdministrationLocation: Loddon Mallee - Mount AlexanderReference: 1501568Selection CriteriaSC1Demonstrated capacity to lead an office team, including capacity for directing the work of others.SC2Demonstrated knowledge and experience in respect to human resource and financial management records systems.SC3Sound knowledge of financial management legal requirements and practices, including the capacity to produce reports and provide advice in respect to those reports.RoleA Business Managerrole 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.ResponsibilitiesDeliver School ServicesManage the design and production of school publications and documentsFinanceManage and direct the preparation of annual budgets and regular financial statements and contribute to the financial decision making of the school.Prepare funding submissions for the leadership team and school council.Direct the accounting processes of the school and ensure that all funds, including school investments, are effectively accounted for according to Treasury regulations.Provide advice to staff on spending against budget in respect to faculties, programs and other school projects.Administer government grants and other school income.Manage fund raising activities.General AdministrationEnsure the provision of a range of administrative support functions for the Principal and teaching staff.Provide administrative support to external service providers as required.Manage the processing of student admissions, registrations, enrolments and transfers.Provide required level of administrative support for school events, functions and projects.Implement induction programs for new staff, volunteers and other workers to the school.Human ResourcesResearch, plan and prepare development programs for support staff.Manage recruitment procedures.Provide authoritative advice to the leadership team on support structures and work practices.Assist in the development of work practices that ensure appropriate occupational health and safety standards are maintained.Manage procedures relating to employee relations issues.Assist in the development of human resource planning.Manage School ResourcesCoordinate the use and maintenance of school buildings and equipment.Liaise and negotiate with service providers in respect to the cost and quality of services.Supervise the delivery of contracted services.Manage the development and collection of resource material at the school.Draft reports and make recommendations on operational issues.Evaluate and report on the operational efficiency of computer systems in production, making recommendations for improvement where appropriate.Develop techniques and procedures that will affect work practices beyond the work place.Manage a technical program with a broad scope across the school.Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.Diversity and InclusionThe department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces.It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (seeWorkplace adjustment guidelines ).Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) [email protected] seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department''s exemplar available at:The department''s employees commit to upholding the department''s Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department''s Values complement each school''s own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees,including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.Chewton Primary School is at the heart of the local Chewton community, 5 km from Castlemaine. In 2020 we celebrated our 150th year of learning. Our recently renovated heritage building and stunning bush setting make our school both a welcoming and unique learning environment.At Chewton Primary School, our students are curious, confident, grounded and connected locally and globally, as champions of positive change in the world. Our students are critical and creative thinkers and learners. Our students have a strong sense of self and are responsible, resilient and independent. We care for, celebrate and value everyone in our community and foster a strong sense of belonging for all.Our school values are Community, Kindness and Respect. We nurture the whole child: social and emotional wellbeing is crucial for learning, so it sits at the centre of our work. We provide a safe, nurturing environment where students are both challenged and supported to be their best. We currently have an enrolment of 50 students.We are situated on Djaara Country and acknowledge the Dja Dja Wurrung community as traditional custodians of the land. We recognise elders, past, present and emerging. We have a strong emphasis on Indigenous perspectives in the curriculum and building links with the local Dja Dja Wurrung community.We are a 5-star Resource Smart School: sustainability is a key focus for our whole school, with each class taking a leadership role for Waste, Energy, Water and Biodiversity. We have chooks, a vegie garden, worm farm and outdoor kitchen. Our sustainability teacher drives this program, running Sustainability classes each week at the school. We recycle paper,and hard plastics, batteries, and have a zero- waste target.Our class sizes are small, giving each student a greater opportunity for individual support. Our school is small enough that every child is able to forge positive relationships across a wide variety of age groups, and whole school activities are possible. All staff members are invested in the wellbeing and learning of every student. We value the strengths each child brings with them to the learning environment and celebrate neurodiversity.We come together with other small schools for activity days, as well as participating in a combined camps program. We have a close relationship with larger neighbouring schools in the Mount Alexander Shire, with students coming together for sport throughout the year as well as participation in artistic and cultural events.We believe that fostering a positive attitude and appreciation of sustainable environmental practice is vital to the development of our students. Parents, carers and the broader community are integral to all aspects of learning at our school, and we are renowned for our strong community connections.We strive to make our school grounds inviting. They have many facets to explore: a music garden, interpretative play space,outdoor stage, cubby building area, oval, playground equipment, a range of quiet spaces and a wood-fired oven. We make use of the bush behind the school for learning activities, exploring the bush and regular family cook ups.The teaching and learning modelChewton Primary provides high quality literacy and numeracy learning. We believe in students having a strong voice and agency in their learning through goal setting, feedback and learning through their areas of interest and passion. Both our indoor and outdoor areas are used as learning spaces.Chewton Primary has an evidence based instructional model for planning and teaching in all areas of the curriculum, which is being embedded across the school. There is a focus on embedding the Workshop lesson structure for literacy and numeracy. We have a sequential curriculum aligned with the Victorian Curriculum.Staff use a PLC (Professional Learning Community) framework to inform collaborative planning for differentiated teaching in literacy and numeracy, with an emphasis on using high impact teaching strategies to improve student outcomes.The curriculum and programsOur curriculum planning incorporates ethical, intercultural and personal capabilities. We take great pride in our ability to provide individualised learning programs, which cater specifically for the needs of each student. We provide Literacy and Numeracy support through differentiated learning and ensure that Individual Education Plans are in place. Staff work closely with parents and collaborate with each other to provide modified curriculum to support neurodiverse students.We provide Art, First Nations ways: Country and Place, Sustainability and LOTE (Auslan) as our specialist classes. Individual music tutors also teach guitar, piano and drums.There is 1-1 technology for all students. We are a lead school for Respectful Relationships, incorporate Berry St trauma informed practice and Kimochis into our teaching and have a Mental Health and Wellbeing leader who supports students and staff. We use School Wide Positive Behaviours Supports to teach expected behaviours and create a positive learning environment for all.Applications close Thursday 6 November 2025 at 11.59pm #J-18808-Ljbffr