Lead the school’s business operations with a focus on efficiency, compliance, and strategic support.

Oversee finance, administration, and resource management while working closely with leadership to ensure the school runs smoothly and effectively.

Apply now to play a key role in supporting school success.

Job details

Who We Are: 

Since its inception, Edge Hill State School has experienced continuous growth and expansion.

Today, we stand as one of the largest public primary schools in Cairns, with additional buildings, modern play spaces, and enhanced amenities contributing to a dynamic learning environment.

Join us in celebrating our rich history and ongoing commitment to providing quality education to the Edge Hill community.

Explore our website to learn more about our programs, facilities, and the exciting journey of learning at Edge Hill State School.

Step Into Your Next Chapter: 

• Demonstrate considerable autonomy, ensuring business service outcomes are achieved; leading diverse teams; and playing a proactive role in modelling service delivery and expectations within a dynamic school environment.
• Provide support and leadership in the provision of a range of executive and administrative support services (e.g. manage multiple tasks and diverse/multidisciplinary work groups with conflicting priorities and timeframes; interpret departmental policies and oversee training and professional development for school support staff), and recommend and implement changes to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of those processes and work practices.
• Lead and manage human resources for school support staff (through the identification of emerging talent, promotion of excellent performance outcomes and mentoring individuals to achieve their professional potential); undertake workforce planning; and oversee a breadth of activities (e.g. recruitment, induction, training, vacancy processing, skill gap analysis, performance management, rehabilitation processes). Work with the Principal in leading change within the school support staff, ensuring human resource practices conform. to current standards and awards/conditions, and individuals thrive in a transforming work environment.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  FNR687085_26T Role Description (PDF, 332KB)
  Role Description