Assistant Business Manager in Melbourne

Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs

Gaayip-Yagila Primary School is a steadily growing school community located in the Merrifield Estate in Mickleham. Our school has a current enrolment of 1060 students. We are proud of our culturally rich community, with over 63% of our students identified as having English as an Additional Language and 34 language backgrounds represented across the school. Our diversity is a key strength, and we value strong partnerships with families and are committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, inclusion, and excellence for all learners.

Gaayip-Yagila Primary School has been designed to meet the needs of modern learners. There are 3 purpose-built learning neighbourhoods, as well as modern relocatables. Our school’s Sports and Arts Centre provides a full-size competition court alongside a performing arts space, supporting student participation in sport, performance, and whole-school community events. Extensive outdoor spaces, including 3 playgrounds, a nature walk, kitchen garden and landscaped areas further enhance opportunities for active play, wellbeing, and connection. Our school is achieving strong academic growth, with six learning areas now at or above state level. Attitudes to School Survey (AtoSS) data also reflects high levels of student engagement, safety, and connectedness. We are proud of our diverse community, including a high proportion of EAL learners, and we work closely with families to ensure every student feels safe, valued, and successful. Inclusive programs, including our Koorie group, celebrate culture and strengthen community connections.

VISION

Gaayip-Yagila Primary School's commitment to excellence will empower students to become connected, engaged and collaborative learners. Students will participate in high quality teaching throughout every lesson, taking an active role in identifying their learning needs and co-constructing experiences aimed at their point of need. They will thrive academically, socially and emotionally and value diversity through showing respect for self, others and the community (locally and globally).

SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS

• We strive for excellence
• We are respectful
• We are kind

Selection Criteria

• SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties in accordance with established policies, procedures and frameworks, including the ability to coordinate and support others in work functions relevant to the role.
• SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
• SC3 Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment, with flexibility and adaptability in response to changing demands.
• SC4 Well-developed organisational and planning skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks, establish and maintain efficient systems and procedures, and ensure accuracy and attention to detail in all work areas.
• SC5 Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning and development, and to supporting a culture of continuous improvement within the school.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the provision of a range of administrative support functions for the Principal and teaching staff.
• Provide administrative support to external service providers as required.
• Manage the processing of student admissions, registrations, enrolments and transfers.
• Provide required level of administrative support for school events, functions and projects.
• Implement induction programs for new staff, volunteers and other workers to the school.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.

Conditions of Employment

All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.