School Administrative Manager, Level 4 - Newcastle, Australia - NSW Government -School Administrative and Support

NSW Government -School Administrative and Support

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Newcastle, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Full time

Description

Position Information:

The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering worldclass education through its public schools and providing funding support to nongovernment 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.

Selection Criteria:

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Capacity to supervise staff.
Demonstrated capacity to exercise initiative, organise resources and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to undertake financial and accounting responsibilities including use of computerised financial/administrative systems.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage an office.
Ability to interact with school staff, students and members of the school community.
Knowledge of and commitment to the department's Aboriginal education policies

Special Notes:

About the NSW Department of Education

Additional School Information (Optional)
Maitland Grossmann High School is a comprehensive high school catering to students from years 7 to 12. Student enrolment consists of 955 students, including 127 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and 72 support students.

Our 80 qualified staff consistently aim to empower each student to achieve their personal best in relation to academic outcomes, school leadership and community service.

The school is renowned for strong traditions in academic, the creative and performing arts, STEM education, supporting students with disabilities, cultural and sporting pursuits.

Our school provides learning environments that cater for individual student learning needs, as well as opportunities that allow all students to develop to their full potential.

This includes an integrated model for disability education consisting of 11 classes in 2023.

How to Apply
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