Business Manager (Business Manager) New

Clontarf Aboriginal College; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Perth seeks a full-time Business Manager to provide strong financial and business management. The role involves overseeing budgets, human resources, and strategic planning within a co-educational environment catering to Aboriginal students. The successful candidate will need experience in leadership, financial oversight, and the ability to build effective relationships within the community. Applications close on 19th January 2026, and all applicants must be legally eligible to work in Australia.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of financial and business management.
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships with students and staff.
• Clear communication skills and a high level of organisation.
• Leadership experience in a dynamic educational and residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management and budgeting.
• Manage human resources and payroll administration.
• Oversee facilities and services.
• Execute strategic planning and risk management.

Skills

Financial management

Human resources management

Clear communication

Leadership experience

Job description

Clontarf Aboriginal College - WATERFORD

School Principal: Mrs Frances Haji-Ali

School Address: Locked Bag 5 Bentley Dc WA 6983
Phone: Phone Number | Fax: Fax Number | Email: Email Address

Position: BUSINESS MANAGER

Clontarf Aboriginal College is a co‑educational Catholic Care (Curriculum and Re‑engagement in Education) School in Perth that caters for Aboriginal students in Years 7‑12. We provide a safe and nurturing environment for educationally marginalised students from metropolitan, rural and remote locations. Our on‑site boarding house offers a unique setting for students to develop lifelong skills while accessing a quality education.

The College Business Manager is a member of the College Executive Leadership Team and reports to the Principal. The role is responsible for the sound financial and business management of the College. Key leadership responsibilities include financial management, human resource and payroll management, facilities and services management, strategic planning and risk and compliance.

Position status: Full‑time, ongoing, commencing February 2026 (negotiable).

Responsibilities

• Financial management and budgeting
• Human resources and payroll administration
• Facilities and services oversight
• Strategic planning and execution
• Risk assessment and compliance management

Selection Criteria

• Deep understanding of financial and business management
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships with students, families and staff
• Clear communication skills and high level of organisation
• Leadership experience in a dynamic and visionary educational and residential setting

Please refer to the College website for the full job description and application instructions.

All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations people, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position. To be eligible to apply you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.

In applying for this position you will provide personal information to the School. This information will be used to assess your application for employment. A current National Police History Check as issued by the Department of Education Western Australia must also be included. The appropriate Criminal History Record Check form is available from the Department of Education website.

On appointment successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check. Application forms are available at certain Australia Post Outlets throughout the State. A list of participating Australia Post outlets can be found on the Australia Post website. An application for a WWC must be made in person.

Applications Close: 19th January 2026
Vacancy Number: 33302