Business Manager

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn; Canberra; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 weeks parental leave

Professional development support

People Wellbeing Program (Flourish)

Job summary

St John Paul II College is a Catholic, co-educational secondary school north of Canberra. The Business Manager sits on the College Executive team, guiding budgeting, finances, facilities, HR, governance and stakeholder engagement in pursuit of the College’s mission.

The role reports to the Principal and plays a key part in realising the College’s vision, with salary negotiable based on skills and experience. Benefits include parental leave and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and registration in CPA/CA, accounting, HR and/or Educational Administration, or demonstrated equivalent experience, knowledge and skills within a similar role.
• ACT Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance is required.
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting, finances, facilities, human resources, governance, and stakeholder engagement as a member of the College Executive team.
• Report to the Principal in leading the College’s vision and mission.

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications and registration (CPA/CA, accounting, HR and/or Educational Administration)

WWVP clearance (Working With Vulnerable People)

Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead policy

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 22 November 2026

The Business Manager is a member of the College Executive team, responsible for overseeing budgeting, finances, facilities, human resources, governance, and stakeholder engagement. This role reports to the Principal in leading the College’s vision and mission.

Salary Range:$170,000 to $181,856 plus superannuation. Salary is negotiable based on skills and experience.
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date:Negotiable

About St John Paul II College

St John Paul II College (JPC) is a Catholic, co-educational secondary school serving families in the north of Canberra. At JPC, we strive for excellence in teaching so that our students are offered every opportunity for success in their learning. Teachers at JPC are provided structured professional learning opportunities including a focus on offering students an excellent education through the implementation of the Science of Learning as expressed through Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn’s ‘Catalyst’ program.

By joining JPC you will benefit from recent changes to our timetable including an increase in explicit teaching time and focus on routines to maximise student engagement. Staff are located in Faculty-based staffrooms to promote a focus on the delivery of quality teaching and learning programs. All staff have access to Flourish, a system-wide dedicated People Wellbeing Program offering in-time support.

About the Role

The Business Manager is a member of the College Executive team, responsible for overseeing budgeting, finances, facilities, human resources, governance, and stakeholder engagement. This role reports to the Principal in leading the College’s vision and mission.

Benefits and Opportunities

• 24 weeks of paid parental leave, regardless of caregiver status
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and registration in a relevant field (CPA/CA, accounting, HR and/or Educational Administration) or demonstrated equivalent experience, knowledge, and skills within a similar role.
• ACT Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance.
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.

For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here .

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Coed

960 Students
73 TeachingStaff
33 Non-Teaching Staff

Embracing a rich tradition of academic excellence, the College caters to the educational needs of all students, offering a nurturing Catholic environment where every student can thrive.Guided by our core values of justice, peace, and courage, we inspire excellence in all aspects of student life. Grounded in the teachings of Jesus, we cultivate a culture of compassion and respect, nurturing family values within a supportive atmosphere.