Business Manager

2 days ago

Bundaberg South, Queensland, Australia St John's Lutheran Primary School Bundaberg Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

St John's Lutheran Primary School, Bundaberg is a significant leader in Christian co-education. St John's Lutheran Primary School offers an educational environment where Christ is central, excellence is pursued and relationships are valued. St John's has been providing opportunities and experiences that grow and prepare individuals to successfully contribute to society since 1978.

We are seeking a highly skilled and values-driven Business Manager, to join our dedicated team. The Business Manager plays a pivotal role in providing strategic, financial and operational leadership that supports the Principal and ensures the effective stewardship of the school's resources. The role oversees the areas of finance, compliance, administration and facilities, contributing to the ongoing growth and sustainability of our school.

St John's Lutheran Primary School invites applications for the position of Business Manager, commencing in January 2026 (or by negotiation).

Applications

Applications must include:

  1. Cover letter outlining your motivation and alignment with the school's ethos and role.
  2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing qualifications, experience and achievements.
  3. Statement addressing Selection Criteria (SC1–SC5), limited to two (2) A4 pages.
  4. Referees – contact details for two professional referees.
  5. Compliance – evidence of a current (or ability to obtain) Blue Card and compliance with public-health requirements, as per school policy.
Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following five criteria in no more than two (2) A4 pages total.

  1. Christian Ethos & Leadership

    Demonstrated commitment to a Christian ethos, with the capacity to model faith-based values, mentor staff and contribute positively to school culture and mission.
  2. Financial & Governance Expertise

    CA/CPA (or IPA) qualification (MBA desirable) and 5+ years' accounting/finance experience covering budgeting, forecasting, analysis, statutory/audit compliance and quality-assurance/monitoring systems; proven ability to advise the Principal, Finance Committee and School Council on strategy, risk and sustainability.
  3. Strategic Delivery & Change

    Proven capability to conceptualise, plan and implement strategic developments and projects; experience leading change management in an education or similar setting; confidence to provide timely, evidence-based advice to executive and governance.
  4. People, HR & Relationships

    Excellent leadership and team capability, including supervision, performance development and constructive staff relations; high-level consultative, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills; demonstrated growth mindset and commitment to lifelong learning.
  5. Systems, Compliance & Operations

    High-level ICT competence; experience with TASS (or equivalent school administration/finance systems) desirable; demonstrated policy development and implementation (including alignment with LEQ/LCAQD requirements), WHS and risk processes, and strong internal controls.

Submission (marked CONFIDENTIAL and as one single PDF):

Mrs Jocelyn Bakker

Principal

St John's Lutheran Primary School

Via email:

Applications close at 5.00pm, Monday 10 November 2025.

Please note: Interviews may be scheduled prior to the closing date, and the position may be filled earlier if a suitable candidate is appointed.

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