School Administrative Manager Level 3 – Ongoing – Full-time – Woonona Public School

Mobile; South (KY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Woonona Public School is seeking a School Administrative Manager to oversee financial and administrative systems and to supervise administration officers. You will support school activities, student welfare, and collaborate with the principal, staff and community.

The role requires strong organisational skills, initiative, and ability to manage resources and meet deadlines. First Aid training and working with children checks are part of essential requirements, with collaborative teamwork across

Qualifications

• Working with Children Check clearance required.
• First Aid certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training.
• Administration of medications – training to be provided based on student needs.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the department’s Aboriginal education policy.

Responsibilities

• Manage school financial and administrative systems and supervise a team of school administration officers.
• Support school activities and routines, including student welfare and wellbeing, in partnership with the principal and staff.
• Provide training and development to administration staff and ensure efficient office operations.
• Interact with school staff, students and the wider school community to support effective service delivery.

Skills

Teamwork

Staff supervision

Initiative

Financial administration

Oral and written communication

Office management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Administrative training

Tools

The NSW Dept systems

Job description

School Administrative Manager Level 3 – Ongoing – Full-time – Woonona Public School – 0000BDEF
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Location

Illawarra & South Coast
Advertisement Number A900158270

Number of Positions

1
Total Remuneration Package: The hourly rate for this position is $51.15. The total salary package will include employer’s contribution to superannuation and leave loading.
School Name Woonona Public School
Principal Network Wollongong North
Staffing Area Wollongong
Hours/Minutes 33 hours 21 minutes per week
FTE 1.000
Contact Name Alison Strinic
Contact Phone number [phone]
Contact School Admin – 99999999

Closing Date

02-Oct-2026, 6:00:00 AM

Job Category

SASS

Organisation

School Administrative and Support
Position Information The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

About the Role

The School Administrative Manager is responsible for the efficient management of school financial and administrative systems, as well as supervision and training of school administration officers. Manages the provision of support for school activities and routines, including student welfare and wellbeing, and works with the school principal, the school executive and teaching staff as required.

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.
  Woonona Public School, located on Dharawal Country, was established in 1882 and has a long, proud history of serving and working with the local community. The current enrolment of 495 students work in 19 stage and grade-based classes.
  The school’s vision is to provide students with opportunities and skills that will allow them to exceed their potential, engage in reflective practice, build strength as a learner and promote individual social, emotional and academic growth. Data driven decision making and evidence based collaborative practice are the core of the school’s priorities, with a team of highly dedicated, skilled and committed staff of early career and experienced teachers working collectively to build strong foundations for student success.
  The highly aspirational parent body works closely with the school to build positive relationships aimed at improving student learning and opportunities.
  Specific Selection Criteria

1. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.

2. Capacity to supervise staff.

3. Demonstrated capacity to exercise initiative, organise resources and meet deadlines.

4. Demonstrated ability to undertake financial and accounting responsibilities including use of computerised financial/administrative systems.

5. Effective oral and written communication skills.

6. Demonstrated ability to manage an office.

7. Ability to interact with school staff, students and members of the school community.

8. 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 people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.