School Administrative Manager, Level 3

**Position Information**:
The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

**About the Role**

The School Administrative Manager is responsible for the efficient management of school financial and administrative systems, as well as supervision and training of school administration officers. Manages the provision of support for school activities and routines, including student welfare and wellbeing, and works with the school principal, the school executive and teaching staff as required.

**Essential Requirements**
- Working with Children Check Clearance
- First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training.
- Administration of Medications - training to be provided based on student needs.

**Selection Criteria**:
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.- Capacity to supervise staff.- Demonstrated capacity to exercise initiative, organise resources and meet deadlines.- Demonstrated ability to undertake financial and accounting responsibilities including use of computerised financial/administrative systems.- Effective oral and written communication skills.- Demonstrated ability to manage an office.- Ability to interact with school staff, students and members of the school community.- Knowledge of and commitment to the department’s Aboriginal education policy

**Special Notes**:
**About the NSW Department of Education**

**Additional Information**
Bomaderry Public School

The school is located on the northern side of the Shoalhaven River in Bomaderry. Part of the school's proud history is a deep connection with local Aboriginal communities and the dedication of staff to embed authentic learning about Aboriginal Australia and to engage respectfully with our families and community.

The school's enrolment has been steadily increasing over the past decade and has now passed 440 students. The school structure currently includes 15 mainstream classes and 9 support classes; District Early Intervention Unit, 3 IO/AU classes, 2 AU classes, 2 MC classes and an IM class. The Support class students enjoy integration across all programs and facets of the mainstream school. The whole school community embraces this and provides a safe, inclusive environment.

The school has 29% Aboriginal student enrolments and 4% of our students are from non-English speaking backgrounds. In recent years, family backgrounds have become increasingly multicultural and the school values and celebrates this diversity. Funding is targeted to ensure all students achieve to their highest potential. Aboriginal students are further supported by our Aboriginal Education Officer and additional staff.

Staffing and school funding is used to support literacy and numeracy programs, teacher training and Stage-based leadership and collaborative planning - all with the ultimate aim of improving the quality of teaching in every classroom, for every student.

Early intervention and a Schools as Community Centre exist to promote engagement and a quality learning environment. Extra-curricula activities are valued and current programs include; dance, drama, Dharawaal language, sport, debating and public speaking. Staff and families work side-by-side to support students in every way. The school has adopted the philosophy that it really "takes a village to raise a child".

Equity funds have made it possible to employ additional staff supporting improved student learning outcomes and wellbeing. By 2027, a new DoE Preschool will be established, enabling staff to support students in a the EYLF curriculum, preparing them for Early Stage 1 learning and beyond.

The school motto, which is incorporated into everyday practice, is: "Aiming High".

**How to Apply**

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