Business Manager

Marshall Road State School is seeking applications for a Business Manager to join our team.

Our school is a connected, vibrant community where every student, family, and staff member belongs. With around 500 students from Prep to Year 6, our school's strong sense of tradition is shared by generations of families who have walked these grounds, creating pride and connection across our community.

If you are ready to contribute to a thriving and supportive school environment, we encourage you to apply now.

About the Department

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

About the School

Marshall Road State School, nestled in the heart of Holland Park West, is a hidden gem where learning, connection, and opportunity shine. Led by Principal Mrs Leigh Thomson, the school provides a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive in academics, the arts, and leadership. With a clear mission, vision, and set of values, our community is united by shared goals and a strong sense of purpose, creating a culture that fosters belonging, excellence, and the full potential of every child.

About the Role

As the Business Manager, you will oversee the efficient and effective administrative management of the school, providing essential corporate services and support that enable smooth day-to-day operations. As a key member of the Leadership Team, you will work closely with the Principal to ensure the school is well-managed and strategically supported. Within clearly defined guidelines, you will offer expert advice and practical solutions to internal and external stakeholders on business-related matters, including human resources, finance, and facilities management, contributing to a well-run, thriving school community.

Your Responsibilities

As the Business Manager, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Demonstrate considerable autonomy, ensuring business service outcomes are achieved; leading diverse teams; and playing a proactive role in modelling service delivery and expectations within a dynamic school environment.
• Provide support and leadership in the provision of a range of executive and administrative support services (e.g. manage multiple tasks and diverse/multidisciplinary work groups with conflicting priorities and timeframes; interpret departmental policies and oversee training and professional development for school support staff), and recommend and implement changes to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of those processes and work practices.
• Lead and manage human resources for school support staff (through the identification of emerging talent, promotion of excellent performance outcomes and mentoring individuals to achieve their professional potential); undertake workforce planning; and oversee a breadth of activities (e.g. recruitment, induction, training, vacancy processing, skill gap analysis, performance management, rehabilitation processes). Work with the Principal in leading change within the school support staff, ensuring human resource practices conform to current standards and awards/conditions, and individuals thrive in a transforming work environment.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

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.