School Administrative Manager, Level 4 – Full Time – Ongoing – Model Farms High School

School Administrative Manager, Level 4 – Full Time – Ongoing – Model Farms High School – 0000AQIG

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Location

Sydney Region 

Advertisement Number A900138817

Number of Positions

1

Total Remuneration Package: The hourly rate for this position is $47.77. The total salary package will include employer’s contribution to superannuation and leave loading.

School Name Model Farms High School

Principal Network The Hills

Staffing Area Parramatta

Hours/Minutes 33 hours 21 minutes per week

FTE 1.000

Contact Name Megan Clarke

Contact Phone number 02 9624 3133

Contact School Admin – 99999999

Closing Date

06-Nov-2024, 5:00:00 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.

Model Farms High School is a large co-educational comprehensive high school located in north-western Sydney, serving 1,063 students, including 1% Aboriginal students and 16% who speak English as an additional language or dialect. The school has a strong reputation for excellence in academics and sports, alongside a variety of creative and performing arts programs. The school has a support unit with four classes, including three for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and one for students with Moderate Intellectual Disability. Model Farms High School is well-regarded in the community for its diverse curriculum, which includes Agriculture, effective wellbeing programs, and a wide range of extracurricular activities. 

The school is dedicated to consistently enhancing effective classroom practices, with staff professional learning as a key driver. This ongoing learning emphasises literacy, numeracy, and high potential and gifted education (HPGE), which are essential for fostering student learning, engagement, and achievement.

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 all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ([email protected]) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

How to Apply To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees. 

If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter.

Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.

Targeted Question 1 As a manager how do you effectively communicate with your team to clarify roles, responsibilities, and expected outcomes? Please outline your approach and any specific strategies you employ. (300 words max)

Targeted Question 2 The role of a School Administration Manager is both challenging and multifaceted. Can you share your strategies for effectively managing various competing demands on your time while ensuring all responsibilities are met? (300 words max)

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