School Administrative Manager, Level 3 - Full Time - Ongoing - Shepherds Park School
Posted on March 8, 2026 by NSW Government
- New Brunswick, Australia
- N/A
- Full Time
School Administrative and Support
Reference number
0000B7LX
Occupation
SASS
Work type
Location
Regional NSW
Salary Information
The hourly rate for this position is $49.66. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.
Principal Network
Wagga Wagga
School Name
Shepherds Park School
Staff Area
Wagga Wagga
Closing date
23 March 2026 at 4:00pm
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.
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
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, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above. For more information, visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
To meet the page limits outlined in the guidelines, all application attachments must be submitted in PDF format. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
Why work with us
Shepherds Park School has been operational since 1985 and is located within the Riverina Youth Justice Centre in Wagga Wagga. The school's purpose is to provide innovative and inclusive educational programs for male students that have been incarcerated. The students age demographic is between 11 to 21 years. There is a high Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population averaging around 60%.
Shepherds Park School has a strong focus on understanding the whole student and their individual academic and post release needs. This is achieved through Individual Learning Pathways which involve student/teacher consultation to improve all learning outcomes supported by achievable goals.
Shepherds Park School has a strong wellbeing focus for both students and staff. Alongside wellbeing, our primary focus centres around post school pathways whereby, students are equipped with work readiness skills from a variety of career perspectives and Registered Training Organisation courses.
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.
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Advertised until:
April 7, 2026
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