Business Manager, Cavendish Road State High School

5 days ago


Brisbane, Australia Education Full time

**About the School**:
Cavendish Road State High School began operations in 1951. Throughout the decades our school has been a significant beacon of exemplary State schooling and notably one of the highest performing schools in the State. Our school does not take this status for granted.

**About the Role**:
As the Business Manager you will provide high level strategic advice, analysis and support to the Executive Principal and the senior management team in relation to financial planning and budgeting, human resource management and facility and asset management.
You will lead and manage the strategic operations of the school to ensure that day to day financial, physical and school support resources are managed professionally to align with departmental priorities.
You will operate in a sizeable school environment featuring various complexities, promote novel approaches in the business services management of the school, and develop innovative approaches that define best practice for other schools.
Whilst there are no mandatory qualifications required for this position, it would be highly desirable for the successful applicant to possess a tertiary qualification in business management. It would also be beneficial for the successful applicant to possess commercial and managerial expertise and demonstrate leadership in order to contribute as a member of the Executive Management team in the long term setting of the strategic direction of the school. This skillset and experience enable the evaluation and transformation of school business plans.
Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

**How to Apply**:

- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history).
- Attach a maximum 2 page response outlining your skills and abilities relevant to the role. You can use the 'your role' section as a guide.

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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.



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