School Administrative Manager, Level 1 - Part Time - Ongoing - Chillingham Public School

Job Description - School Administrative Manager, Level 1 - Part Time - Ongoing - Chillingham Public School (0000B2YM)

School Administrative Manager, Level 1 - Part Time - Ongoing - Chillingham Public School - 0000B2YM

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Location

Regional NSW

Advertisement Number A

Number of Positions

1

Total Remuneration Package: The hourly rate for this position is $47.01. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.

School Name Chillingham Public School

Staffing Area Tweed Heads/Ballina

FTE 0.696

Contact Name Vicki Roach

Contact Phone number

Contact School Admin -

Closing Date

12-Nov-2025, 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.

Chillingham Public School is a small rural school, located in the picturesque Numinbah Valley just 10 kilometres from the Queensland border, with an enrolment of 34 students. Our students are nurtured in a safe and supportive learning environment, epitomising our school motto: 'Success through Teamwork'. Central to the local community over successive generations, the school has a strong family-orientated culture and engagement with the community.

Specific 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 policy.

Special Notes

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 ( ) 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

Please provide an example of your success working both as part of a team and as an individual to contribute to the work of the team. In your response, outline the key challenges faced and how you worked with the team to overcome these challenges.

Targeted Question 2

What experience have you had in monitoring expenditure against a budget, including value for money in planning decisions?

We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.