School Administrative Manager, Level 3

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.

• 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

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 ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

Additional Information

Hoxton Park High School is a comprehensive, co-educational high school that welcomes and accommodates students from different backgrounds and with different learning needs.

The school has adopted the four core values of care, respect, participation and excellence. The school population is diverse, with more than 85% of students coming from non-English speaking backgrounds. There are more than 10 different cultures represented in the school population. The school is proud of its strong multicultural tradition and the values students learn about tolerance of diversity and inclusivity.

The curriculum caters for all students through a broad range of subjects including academic courses, vocational education (VET) in Hospitality, Retail, Construction and Business Services, school based apprenticeships and traineeships (SBAT) and TAFE courses. Students with high potential and giftedness are catered for within the Self Select class program and the provision of a differentiated curriculum, catering for all learners.

The school is part of the Educational Pathways Program (EPP), Australian Business and Community Network (ABCN) with strong links with AMEX, Optus , Mainfreight, Western Sydney and Wollongong universities as business partners. The school has a comprehensive student leadership and welfare program which includes strong links with partner primary schools. The school is part of the Positive Behaviour for Success (PBS) program and the Australian Government Quality Teaching Program (AGQTP). Students excel academically, in the arts, citizenship and sporting arenas.

Hoxton Park High School is an outstanding school with a fabulous reputation. We have great programs, teachers, students and families, all of which contribute to making Hoxton Park High School a quality school.

How to Apply

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 No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.