School Administrative Manager, Level 3

School Administrative Manager, Level 3 - Full Time - Ongoing - Erina Heights Public School NSW Department of Education – Erina Heights NSW The School Administration Manager works collaboratively with the school principal and school executive and is responsible for the efficient management of the school’s business functions including administration, procurement and finance. The role includes training and leadership of the school administrative officer. The SAM is also the first point of contact for our visitors, casual staff, parents and partner organisations. Position Information About the Role The School Administration Manager works collaboratively with the school principal and school executive and is responsible for the efficient management of the school’s business functions including administration, procurement and finance. The role includes training and leadership of the school administrative officer. The SAM is also the first point of contact for our visitors, casual staff, parents and partner organisations. 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 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(*****@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion. Additional Information About our School Erina Heights Public School is located on the Central Coast in the heart of the Erina Heights community. It has a student enrolment of 256 students, forming 11 classes across K-6. Our well-established school holds social and historical significance to the local community nurturing strong connections with families spanning across generations. Situated on Darkinjung land, we value our connection to our local Aboriginal community, listening, learning and growing together. We value student voice and leadership, empowering our young people to actively shape and take ownership of their educational journeys, positively contribute to their community and be curious about the world. Erina Heights Public School is a part of the Brisbane Water Network of schools and is committed to ensuring every one of our students learns, grow and belongs. Our staff participate in collaborative inquiry, learning from each other and refining their craft. We have an actively involved, supportive P&C, who work together with us to ensure every one of our students has an equitable, enriching, positive and meaningful school experience. 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 iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr