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Business Manager 1 - FullTime - ACIP - Asquith High School

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Sydney, NSW, AustraliaYesterday

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Skills

financial managementtechnical support

About the role

The NSW Department of Education serves the community by leading the provision of world-class education. The Department protects young children by regulating preschool and long day care providers. Once children move into school, we provide them with a world-class primary and secondary education. We also work to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
About the Role

The Business Manager 1 works with the school principal and school executive in undertaking the management of the school’s business functions including administration, asset management, procurement, finance and work health and safety.

May be required to supervise and lead the school administrative team and supervise non-teaching staff. Additionally may be required to manage the work of contractors from time to time.

Essential Requirements
  • Working with Children Check Clearance
  • Knowledge of and commitment to the Department’s Aboriginal Education and Training policy.
The NSW Department of Education serves the community by leading the provision of world-class education. The Department protects young children by regulating preschool and long day care providers. Once children move into school, we provide them with a world-class primary and secondary education. We also work to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
About the Role

The Business Manager 1 works with the school principal and school executive in undertaking the management of the school’s business functions including administration, asset management, procurement, finance and work health and safety.

May be required to supervise and lead the school administrative team and supervise non-teaching staff. Additionally may be required to manage the work of contractors from time to time.

Essential Requirements
  • Working with Children Check Clearance
  • Knowledge of and commitment to the Department’s Aboriginal Education and Training policy.

Asquith High School is committed to developing all learners as independent, responsible and reflective leaders who can collaborate effectively as active and ethical citizens. The school prides itself on its holistic approach to education and enjoys a high standing within its community. There are extensive opportunities for students to achieve personal excellence across academic studies, sport, leadership, creative and performing arts and co-curricular programs. The effective implementation of PERMA, Restorative Justice and Mediation practices, and the Asquith Individualised Mentoring Coach initiative remain major priorities within our future-focused teaching and learning culture, ensuring every student is known, supported, challenged and able to thrive. The strong academic and extra-curricular achievements of over 715 students reflect not only their commitment and effort but also the dedication of our caring and highly professional staff. Our school community is deeply engaged and actively contributes to whole-school decision-making, endorsing the school’s Strategic Directions. In 2026, Asquith High School transitioned to a co-educational setting, commencing with Years 7, 9 and 11, with the remaining year groups (Years 8, 10 and 12) joining in 2027, at which point the school will be fully co-educational.

Additional information about the school, including the Annual Report 2024 and Asquith (Girls) High School 2022-2026 Strategic Improvement Plan, is available on the school's website: https://asquith-h.schools.nsw.gov.au/

  1. Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and work effectively as part of a team.
  2. Demonstrated ability to undertake and manage financial and accounting functions including the use of computerised financial /administrative systems.
  3. Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
  4. Ability to interact with school staff, students and members of the school community.
  1. Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and work effectively as part of a team.
  2. Demonstrated ability to undertake and manage financial and accounting functions including the use of computerised financial /administrative systems.
  3. Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
  4. Ability to interact with school staff, students and members of the school community.

About the NSW Department of Education

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

About the NSW Department of Education

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees.

If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter.

Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.

For technical support please contact School Recruitment Support at 1300 863 694.

To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees.

If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter.

Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.

For technical support please contact School Recruitment Support at 1300 863 694.

Describe a situation where you have led and coordinated an office team to manage competing operational priorities. How did you ensure effective teamwork, accountability and timely completion of the required outcomes?

Describe a situation where you have led and coordinated an office team to manage competing operational priorities. How did you ensure effective teamwork, accountability and timely completion of the required outcomes?

Demonstrate your experience managing financial and accounting processes using computerised financial/administrative systems. Include an example of how you have identified and managed a financial issue or risk, maintained accuracy and compliance, and communicated the matter effectively to relevant staff or stakeholders.

Demonstrate your experience managing financial and accounting processes using computerised financial/administrative systems. Include an example of how you have identified and managed a financial issue or risk, maintained accuracy and compliance, and communicated the matter effectively to relevant staff or stakeholders.