Business Manager

Glasshouse Country Christian College; Beerwah; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Glasshouse Country Christian College in Beerwah, QLD, is seeking an experienced Business Manager to join the senior leadership team. The role provides strategic oversight of the College’s business and operational functions, ensuring resources, systems and processes support the educational mission.

The successful candidate will bring strong commercial acumen, governance and risk management, and a collaborative leadership style to build high-performing teams and advance sustainability, growth and

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience with strong financial and business acumen.
• Ability to contribute strategically to growth and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight across the College's business and operational functions.
• Advise the Principal and leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and governance.
• Lead teams and ensure compliance with regulatory and governance practices.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial management

Budgeting & forecasting

Governance & compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Glasshouse Country Christian College – Beerwah QLD

About Us

We are one of the leading Christian schools on the Sunshine Coast, with our mission being "To provide Quality Christian Education". Located in Beerwah, our College is an independent private school, from Prep to Year 12, where children are nurtured in a warm and friendly environment while encouraged to pursue their own academic personal best. The whole educational experience at GCC is underpinned by biblical values rooted in a desire to follow the example of Jesus Christ and to assist students to grow in their Christian understanding.

About the Role

Glasshouse Christian College is seeking an experienced and highly capable Business Manager to join our senior leadership team and contribute to the continued growth, sustainability and strategic direction of the College.

This is a significant leadership opportunity for an accomplished business professional who combines strong commercial and financial acumen with a genuine commitment to Christian education.

Working closely with the Principal and College leadership, the Business Manager will provide strategic oversight and leadership across the College’s business and operational functions. The role will play an important part in ensuring the College’s resources, systems and operations effectively support our educational mission, strategic priorities and long-term sustainability.

The successful applicant will bring sound judgement, strategic thinking and a collaborative leadership style, with the ability to operate effectively across both strategic and operational priorities in a complex school environment.

About You

The successful applicant will:

• Be a committed Christian who actively supports the Christian ethos, mission and values of Glasshouse Christian College.
• Be an experienced senior leader with demonstrated expertise in financial and business management.
• Demonstrate strong commercial acumen and the ability to contribute strategically to the ongoing growth and sustainability of the College.
• Have well-developed financial management, budgeting, forecasting and reporting capabilities.
• Demonstrate sound governance, risk management and compliance practices.
• Be an effective and collaborative leader who can develop high-performing teams and positive workplace relationships.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with staff, leadership, governance bodies and external stakeholders.
• Exercise sound judgement, discretion, integrity and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage competing priorities and lead improvement and change in a complex organisation.
• Be committed to serving the College community and supporting an environment in which students and staff can flourish.
• Be committed to ongoing training and professional learning.
• Hold a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) issued by the Queensland Government.

Why Join Us?

• Join the senior leadership of a respected and growing Christian College.
• Make a significant contribution to the strategic direction and long-term sustainability of the College.
• Work within a supportive, collaborative and values-driven staff culture.
• Enjoy a beautiful Sunshine Coast location.
• Access opportunities for ongoing professional growth and development.
• Use your professional expertise to make a meaningful contribution to Christian education and the lives of young people.

For more details, please see the Position Description which can be found on our College website here: https://glasshouse.qld.edu.au/employment/

Commencement: 1 January 2027
Applications Close: Monday 19 October, 12pm

All applicants must have a current Blue Card (i.e. Working with Children Check) as issued by the Queensland Government.

Only people who have the right to work in Australia should apply.