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School Business Manager - New Norfolk High School - 953135

Tasmanian Government

New Norfolk

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AUD 109,000 - 124,000

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Job summary

A regional educational authority in New Norfolk seeks a School Business Manager to oversee the administrative and operational functions of the school. The ideal candidate will manage finances, facilities, and provide strong support to the Principal. A qualification in human resources or related fields is required. This role requires a proactive approach to enhancing educational systems and improving school outcomes.

Benefits

Career growth pathways
Respectful learning environment
Vibrant local community access

Qualifications

  • Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.
  • Proven experience in administration and finance management.
  • Ability to provide authoritative advice.

Responsibilities

  • Manage finance, facilities, staffing and day-to-day school operations.
  • Support the Principal and senior staff with expert advice.
  • Coordinate the school's administrative support services.

Skills

Administration
Financial management
Human resources
Organizational skills

Education

Qualification in human resources, business studies or accounting
Job description
School Business Manager - New Norfolk High School - 953135

Department for Education, Children and Young People
Schools and Early Years
Schools (Southern Region)

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 12 October, 2025 11:55 PM

Sunday 12 October, 2025 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 6

$109,099 to $123,395 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

South

New Norfolk High School are looking for a skilled and proactive administrator to help keep the school running smoothly. In this key role, you\'ll manage finance, facilities, staffing, and day-to-day operations, while supporting the Principal and senior staff with expert advice. If you\'re passionate about improving systems and making a real impact in education, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities. Our ultimate goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

What we\'re offering

  • New Norfolk High School is a respectful learning environment that values inclusion and teamwork
  • A vibrant local community in the idyllic Derwent Valley with easy access to Hobart and Tasmania\'s stunning natural surroundings
  • Pathways to grow your career

About the Role

Manage and co-ordinate New Norfolk High Schools administrative support service and assigned resources: general, financial, facility and human. Provide authoritative advice and support to the Principal and senior staff on administrative, resource and service management. Contribute significantly to the delivery and improvement of administrative service outcomes.

Period of Appointment

Ongoing - Start date of 19 January 2026

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequentfull-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours per fortnight

  • Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)
  • Qualification or studies in relevant areas e.g. human resources, business studies or accounting.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online:

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'ApplyNow' button.

Applicants should include:

  • a 1–2 page short form application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties
  • a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.

The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.

Applications should be made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au.

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name: Stuart Lord
Title: Principal - New Norfolk High School
Phone:(03) 6261 7800
Email: stuart.lord@decyp.tas.gov.au

  • Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
  • Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
  • Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.
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