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APPOINTMENT OF THE
BUSINESS MANAGER
June 2020
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About our College
Toongabbie Christian College is a Kindergarten to Year 12 co-educational day school located in the Western suburbs
of Sydney. The College is located ten minutes' walk from Toongabbie station and is serviced by public route buses and
a College-operated private door-to-door bus service. The College commenced in 1981 as a ministry of Toongabbie
Baptist Church. The College’s purpose is to be a caring Christian community that supports families by providing a quality
Christ-centred education which develops the whole person for life and eternity.
The College is a Christ-centred learning community where children and young people are given opportunities to grow
in their understanding of what it means to live as a Christian in the 21 st Century. The College has a reputation as a safe
and caring Christian environment where students are encouraged to learn and reach their potential working with
committed Christian staff. Toongabbie Christian College offers enrolment to students from a wide range of cultural and
denominational backgrounds. Both staff and families are required to provide a reference from the pastor of the Christian
church they currently attending. The College seeks to work in partnership with families for the Christian education of
their children.
Toongabbie Christian College offers the NESA curriculum, taught from a Biblical Worldview. There is the opportunity
for students to study a wide range of subjects to Extension levels at the HSC. The College is divided into a Primary
School and Secondary School with a Deputy Principal overseeing each School. In the Primary School a Head of Junior
Primary (K to 2) and a Head of Senior Primary (3 to 6) is responsible for the pastoral care and oversight of students. In
the Secondary School a Dean of Students Years 7 to 9 and a Dean of Students Year 10 to 12 oversee the pastoral care
of the Secondary School. The College has three classes per year level in the Primary School and four classes per year
level in the Secondary School. To assist with the wide range of student abilities there are programs for extension,
acceleration, learning support and EALD students. The College has a strong academic record with the results on
NAPLAN, the HSC and the number of University places offered either equal to or ahead of the State averages. Students'
work has been shortlisted or selected for showcase in ARTEXPRESS, ENCORE, OnSTAGE, Viva Voca and DESIGNTech.
The College conducts a strong curricular and co-curricular program including participation in academic competitions,
excursions, a Year 5-11 camping program, dance troupes, a concert bands program, a Primary Ministry choir, a chess
club and an annual mission trip to Suva, Fiji. Students studying German as a language in secondary have the opportunity
to undertake a Tour to Germany. Students in primary and secondary can learn a musical instrument as part of the
College's Music tuition program. Toongabbie Christian College has a proud sporting tradition and regularly competes
with success against other schools and at State level.
The College employs two College Counsellors and a Psychologist as part of the overall student wellbeing program and
a Chaplain to support our Counselling Team. The College Library is well resourced and provides students with
opportunities for homework, research and reading for enjoyment. The College Library offers extended hours for
secondary students to support their learning. Toongabbie Christian College operates a Canteen, a Uniform Shop on the
premises (with an online component) and an Out of School Hours centre.
At Toongabbie Christian College we desire Jesus to be first in everything we think, say and do. Working together we
seek the mind of Christ in all our decision-making and planning. As we participate in every aspect of College life we
seek to offer the best of ourselves for God’s glory. We long to be a generous and inclusive community where our
students, staff and parents/carers are valued and enabled to discover and live out God’s purposes for their lives. We
are committed to walking the long journey of character and faith formation, speaking the truth in love, striving to grow
and become mature until each one us attains ‘the whole measure of the fullness of Christ’ (Ephesians 4:13).
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Our Motto
CENTRED IN CHRIST
‘Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into Him who is the Head, that is Christ’ (Eph 4:15).
At Toongabbie Christian College we desire Jesus to be first in everything we think, say and do. Working together, we
seek the mind of Christ in all our planning and decision making. As we participate in every aspect of College life, we
seek to offer the best of ourselves for God’s glory. We long to be a generous and inclusive community where our
students, staff and parents/carers are valued and enabled to discover and live out God’s purposes for their lives. We
are committed to walking the journey of character and faith formation, speaking the truth in love and maturing until
each one of us attains ‘the whole measure of the fullness of Christ’ (Eph 4:13).
Our Purpose
To function as a Christian community in supporting families by providing quality education to develop the whole
person in a Christ-centred, caring environment for life and eternity.
College Values
FAITH
‘Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see...’ (Hebrews 11:1)
As a faith community, we bear witness to a Biblical truth that reveals that God is committed to humanity
with a strong and patient love. By faith, we are also witnesses to the life and death of Jesus, confident
that His resurrection changes everything. Faith is a foundational attitude for life. It expresses itself as the
pursuit of truth, trusting obedience, perseverance in doubt, constant prayer and a total confidence in
Christ. The application of faith will impact the thinking and relationships of the College Community.
HONOUR
‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all
your strength. The second is this: Love your neighbour as yourself. There is no commandment greater
than these.” (Mark 12:30-31)
Our primary purpose is to honour God in everything we think, say and do. Living simply and sustainably
is how we honour God’s creation. Respecting and valuing one another is core to all our relationships.
Honour generally recognises the good in others. It is also found in those enduring qualities of character
we call integrity and wisdom, valuing the truth and ever seeking to close the gap between our words and
actions.
EXCELLENCE
‘Until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature,
attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ’ (Eph 4:13)
Excellence is focused determination to participate in the fullness of life as God intends. It makes the most
of academic, sporting and service opportunities, striving to develop potential and our capacity for
learning. The pursuit of excellence is not about perfection. Instead, excellence overcomes adversity and
learns from failure in its desire for growth and maturity. Excellence offers the best of ourselves – our time
and our talents, ‘as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing’ (Rom 12:1) for God’s glory.
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CREATIVITY
‘For in Him we live and move and have our being’ (Acts 17:28)
Creativity begins with curiosity and wonder in the amazing diversity of God’s creation. It delights in
learning through play, exploration and discovery. It delights in learning through play, exploration and
discovery. God has given us all gifts of creativity. It is upon us to discover these gifts and to utilise them
for God’s glory. At its heart, creativity inspires vision. Fostering creativity builds capacity to see and
experience the world in fresh and new ways. It is the catalyst for ingenuity, problem solving and
innovation.
SERVICE
‘He has shown you... what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy
and to walk humbly with your God’ (Micah 6:8)
Service recognises that loving God is a life poured out humbly serving others. God invites us to participate
with Him in healing, renewing and restoring our world. Therefore, in serving others, we seek to be
generous, inclusive and compassionate; desiring justice and a fair go for everyone. Service requires
standing up for and alongside those in need. While it seeks to relieve immediate suffering, at its heart,
service also works to empower, building the capacity and choices of others.
Purpose Statements
Provide a quality Christian education that meets the Help all students to grow in a Biblical understanding of
academic, spiritual, physical, social and emotional needs themselves and others as loved, valued and unique
of each student because they are created in God’s image
Teach the NESA curriculum, encouraging each student Employ mature Christian staff who are well-qualified,
to attain excellence according to their God-given abilities passionate people who seek to model Christ to their
Present the curriculum from a Biblical Worldview that students
challenges students to become discerning and wise in Partner with parents/carers and their local churches for
their judgements the nurture, growth and equipping of their children
Regularly challenge all students to trust in Jesus Christ Develop a relational community where the Biblical
as their personal Lord and Saviour and to assist them to principles of love, grace, justice and forgiveness are
grow as His disciples learnt and practised
Offer opportunities for spiritual growth and service that Witness through the Christian example of our lives and
help students to grow in Christian character missional endeavour, to our local community and the
world.
Governance
Toongabbie Christian College Ltd is a ministry of Toongabbie Baptist Church. The College is governed by a Board of
Directors which is comprised of members of Toongabbie Christian College Ltd Company, representatives from within
the Parents & Friends Association (President and Vice President), Senior Pastor or delegate from Toongabbie Baptist
Church and the Principal.
Toongabbie Christian College is a member of Christian Schools Australia (CSA) and the Association of Independent
Schools NSW (AISNSW). The College is accountable to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and implements
the Australian Curriculum for NSW.
Toongabbie Christian College is funded by both the State and Federal Governments and contributions in the form of
fees and donations from parents/carers.
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Statement of Faith
The Nature and Unity of the Godhead The Church
We believe there is one God who is eternal personal We believe the Church is the body of people whom God
Spirit. He is infinite in power, wisdom, holiness and has separated from the world through faith in Jesus
love. God is Triune in essential being and revealed to us Christ as their Lord and Saviour. All regenerate persons
as Father, Son and Holy Spirit, and who of His own are members of the universal Church of God which takes
sovereign will created the heavens, the earth and all local form wherever groups of believers unite for
that is contained within the universe. worship, fellowship and service in accordance with
scriptural principles. All believers are called to a priestly
The Deity and Humanity of Christ ministry in the offering of spiritual sacrifices and sent
We believe that Jesus Christ, as the second Person of the into the world to be witnesses. God calls individuals to
Godhead, is eternally one with God the Father of whose positions of oversight and leadership or to special
person and glory Jesus is the accurate expression. To ministries. The Church recognises such by ordaining
become human, He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and pastors, commissioning missionaries, appointing
born of the virgin Mary, so that two whole and perfect deacons and other leaders, following New Testament
natures, the nature of God and human nature, were practice.
united in one Person; truly God and truly human.
The Baptism of Believers only by Immersion*
The Holy Spirit We believe that Baptism is an ordinance of the Lord
We believe that the Holy Spirit, as the third Person of the Jesus Christ. It is a public declaration of a person’s faith
Trinity, is eternally one with the Father and the Son yet in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. In accordance with
He is sent by Them to achieve the divine purpose in the New Testament Scripture, it should be administered only
world and the church. by total immersion which symbolises the believer’s
The Divine Inspiration of the Scriptures identification with Christ in death, burial and
We believe that the Scriptures, consisting of the sixty-six resurrection, the remission of sins and the believer’s
books of the Old and New Testaments, are the infallible dedication to God to live and walk in newness of life.
Word of God. They were written by holy people of God The Communion*
inspired by the Holy Spirit and have supreme authority We believe that the Lord’s Supper is an ordinance of the
in all matters of faith and conduct. Lord Jesus Christ instituted by Him to be celebrated with
The Sinfulness of People the elements of bread and wine by believers in Christ
We believe that people were made in the image of God until the end of the age. It commemorates and declares
and for fellowship with God. By transgression of God’s our thanks for the Lord’s substitutionary death. The
command, humankind fell from fellowship with God and celebration of the ordinance expresses our fellowship
their nature was corrupted. As a consequence, all people with and in the Lord Jesus Christ as members of the Body
are spiritually dead under Satan’s dominion and control of which He is the Head.
and subject to God’s wrath and condemnation. The Return of the Lord Jesus Christ
Therefore, apart from God’s grace, people are helpless We believe at the end of this age, according to His
and hopeless. promise, Jesus Christ will return personally and visibly in
Christ’s Atonement for the Sin of Man His glory to the earth. The full consummation of the
We believe in order to redeem people from the guilt, Kingdom of God awaits His return.
penalty and power of sin, Jesus Christ became human The Resurrection of the Dead
and died a sacrificial death as our representative We believe at the end of the age, there is to be a
substitute. By His resurrection, God’s acceptance of His resurrection both of the righteous and the unrighteous.
atoning death was demonstrated. This atonement is After death the bodies return to dust, but their spirits
sufficient for the whole world, but effective only in those return immediately to God – the righteous to be with
who received it. The sinner is justified and reconciled to Him and the unrighteous to be reserved for the
God, not through any personal merit, but solely on the judgment.
basis of God’s gracious gift of salvation in Jesus Christ
received through faith. Rewards and Punishments on a Future State
We believe God has appointed a day of final judgment
The Work of the Holy Spirit in Salvation for the world. At that time Jesus Christ will judge every
We believe the ministry of the Holy Spirit is necessary for person and each will receive reward or punishment
the acceptance of God’s provision of salvation. The Holy according to their deeds. Those judged righteous, in their
Spirit convicts sinners of their sinfulness, leads them to resurrected and glorified bodies, will receive their reward
personal faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour and so and will dwell forever in Heaven with the Lord. The
brings them to spiritual birth as God’s children and to unrighteous will be consigned to Hell, the place of
fellowship in Christ. Working within the life of believers, everlasting punishment.
the Holy Spirit makes real the presence of Christ,
witnesses to their relationship with God, leads into all
*Variations to these clauses will be accepted to allow
truth, bestows gifts for effective services and produces
for different convictions about these two beliefs.
graces for holy living.
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Overview
Toongabbie
Toongabbie is a vibrant western Sydney suburb located approximately 30 kilometres from the Sydney CBD, on the
eastern border of the Blacktown Local Government area. In recent years it has seen a population growth driven by a
move from low density residential living to medium density development.
College location
The College is located in close proximity to the retail precinct of Toongabbie and a short walk from Toongabbie Railway
Station. The College property is 2.8ha in size, and adjoins a creek, three roads and has a number of residences as
neighbours. Its main entrance is on Metella Road with an additional entrance on Octavia Street. The College continues
to acquire neighbouring properties as the opportunity presents.
College History
The College was established in 1981 and continues to operate to the present day, as a ministry of Toongabbie Baptist
Church. In subsequent years, classes were held at various locations, including Dunmore House at Pendle Hill. Through
the mid-eighties and early nineties, the current campus on Metella Road, Toongabbie, was established and developed.
Today, the College is a pleasant, well-resourced campus that caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 12.
College structure
The College operates as a public company, limited by guarantee. Membership of the company is open to members of
Toongabbie Baptist Church. The Board of up to nine directors includes the Principal, Senior Pastor from Toongabbie
Baptist Church (or delegate), two representatives elected from the Parents and Friends Association and five
representatives elected from and by Company Members.
The Business Manager is accountable to and reports to the Principal. The Executive Team consists of the Principal,
Deputy Principal Primary, Deputy Principal Secondary, Deputy Principal Teaching and Learning, Business Manager, the
Executive Secretary as Minute Secretary and the ICT Operations Manager as a strategic invitee. The College Board
delegates day to day operation of the College to the Executive Team through the Principal.
The College currently operates a Uniform Shop, Canteen and Out of School Hours Care Service.
Staffing
The College currently has 130 staff in total comprised of 36 Primary teachers, 45 Secondary teachers and 49 support,
facilities and administration staff.
Students and their families
The College currently has 972 students enrolled: 504 in Primary School and 468 in Secondary School. The College’s
enrolment policy is “closed”, requiring that at least one parent/carer be an active Christian.
The College offers a range of ways for parents/carers to become involved in the life of the College. These include in-
class assistance, excursion assistance, prayer meetings/breakfasts, parent/carer information seminars, Toonie
Community Night and the P&F.
Developing the whole person
The College strives beyond academic excellence to ensure that each student is well-known and cared for and has the
opportunity to achieve their best. A range of interests are catered for, with some of the activities including:
> Mission trips to Fiji > Intra and inter school sporting teams
> Biannual academic tours to Germany > Performing and visual arts
> Fundraising for charitable causes > Music tuition
Key distinguishing philosophies
Toongabbie Christian College is well regarded by students, staff, parents/carers and the broader College Community
for a focus on the following:
> A deep-seated sense of community, which > Staff modelling a Christian Community and
continues to be actively promoted and Christ through their interactions with each
supported as the College grows. other, with students and parents/carers.
> Three-pillar (three-legged stool) approach – > Integration of Christian beliefs and values
parents/carers, College and church in underpinned by a Biblical Worldview from the
partnership. ground up in education curriculum, programs
> Each child is well known and well cared for, and policies.
with a focus on development of the whole
person.
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Job Description: Business Manager
1. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Business Manager will take the lead in all aspects of financial strategy and management, seeking to ensure
the long-term vitality of the College and to maintain and update robust structures to monitor performance and
reduce risk. The Business Manager will work closely with the Principal enabling the College Board to adhere to
the Purpose of the College ensuring future growth, sustainability and compliance. The Business Manager will
work with several key staff, including all members of the Finance Team, the Executive and staff of the College in
a manner congruent with College values.
2. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
> Reports to Principal
> This position Business Manager
> Direct reports Accountant
Finance and Accounts Administrator
Payroll Officer
Canteen Operators
Uniform Shop Coordinator
Property Manager
> Non-reporting relationships
Deputy Principal Primary
Deputy Principal Secondary
Deputy Principal Teaching and Learning
ICT Operations Manager
Executive Secretary
OOSH Coordinator
Office Manager
3. RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrated commitment to
> Maintain a commitment to a faithful walk with the Lord Jesus Christ
> Demonstrate ongoing commitment to the College’s Purpose and Purpose Statements
> Commit to a growing understanding of the place of education, teaching and learning within a Biblical
Worldview
> Setting an example to students, staff and parents/carers in matters of faith and conduct
The Business Manager will be accountable for all accounting and financial matters, including, but not
limited to:
> Financial performance and ensuring the College remains financially viable
> Identification and management of financial risks
> Financial planning and record-keeping
> Financial reporting to various government departments and ensuring that all statutory and tax
obligations are met
> Oversees all company accounting practices, including accounting departments, preparing budgets,
financial reports, tax and audit functions
> Directs financial strategy, planning and forecasts, conferring with the Principal
> Monitor investments and property portfolio
> Studies, analyses and reports on trends, opportunities and projection of future growth
Specific Responsibilities
The role consists of several specific responsibilities that rest with the Business Manager. These include the
following areas:
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Financial Management and Reporting
> Monitor rigorously the College’s cash flow and ensure the integrity of funds
> Maintain long-term financial outlook in line with the College’s strategic plan
> Prepare financial forecasts for future growth of the College
> Preparation of monthly financial reports to the Board including KPI reporting as needed
> Maintain the College’s asset register and perform risk assessments on plant and new purchases made
by the College
> Oversee and manage the integrity of debtors and billing processes
> Obtain competitive quotations for major equipment needs
> Ensure sound procedures for record-keeping and maintaining of all official College records
> Preparation of annual financial statements and compliance with financial regulations and standards
> Preparation of budget in consultation with relevant stake holders, including detailed information on all
income, salaries and capital expenditure
> Understand and advise the Board how Federal and State Government Funding in education, but in
particular, schools works in Australia and have implications for the College
> Work within budget parameters
> Be an Authorised Bank Signatory along with the Principal
> Maintain authorisations for the bank, MyGOV and Centrepay and other providers as the need arises
> Oversee order authorisation through Xero
> Act as liaison person with the bank which includes authorised persons as arranged with the Principal
> Manage leases on the various properties owned by the College through the real estate agents
> Prepare recommendations and supporting data to assist the Board in setting school fees
> Monitor debtors and contact the debtors who have regular lapses in payments
> Review, develop and monitor the integrity of internal controls
> Administer the Special Rebate Fee System
> Make decisions within legal parameters around GST treatment of transactions in line with ATO and
other regulatory bodies
> Organise and manage the annual College audit, ensuring all required documents and information is
available for the auditors, including detailed spreadsheets on all aspects of the College’s financial
operation
> Manage insurance for the College including timely completion of the annual insurance questionnaire
and lodgement of insurance claims as required
> Ensure that adequate insurance policies are in place and that all risks are identified and that the
College is adequately covered
> Arrange a five yearly, or more if warranted, valuation of College buildings, contents and
properties
> Review all insurance and cover required annually
> Process and report (to the Principal) insurance claims
Compliance
> Ensure that the regulatory requirements are completed by the due dates:
> Oversee PAYG compliance
> Reconciliation and preparation of monthly superannuation lodgements
> Reconciliation of leave accruals in collaboration with the Payroll Officer
> Preparation and submission of quarterly BAS returns for the ATO
> Preparation and submission of annual FBT return to ATO including auditing of same before
submission
> Prepare and lodge Interest Subsidy Claim Forms (quarterly)
> Manage Grant applications including but not limited to, BGA and Chaplaincy
> Preparation and submission of the annual Financial Questionnaire
> Preparation and submission of the Commonwealth Census annually
> Annual reporting to the ACNC including Annual Return, Form 388 Financial Statements, Changes
of Director/Office Holders
> Oversee the accurate reporting under the Gender Equality Act 2012
8> Supply data for Government returns
> Preparation and submission of the annual Workers’ Compensation questionnaire in
collaboration with the Deputy Principal Teaching and Learning
> Maintain currency with ACECQA and NQF requirements as it pertains to the operation and
regulation of the OOSH Service
> Play an active role in the management of College policies, which include:
> Schedule and manage policy review
> Ensure policies are current
Payroll Oversight
> Monitor the integrity of the payroll system and oversight of the Payroll Officer including being a back
up to the Payroll Officer
> Review and authorise fortnightly payroll in collaboration with the Principal
> Collaborate with the with the Payroll Officer, Executive Secretary and appropriate Line Managers to
ensure the accuracy of employee contracts and interpretations of the various Awards and MEAs in
collaboration
> Oversee leave entitlement inclusion in fortnightly payroll
Human Resources Administration
> Provide an advisory service for a diverse range of human resource management issues, including
employee relations, interpretation of awards and agreements governing salaries and wage rates,
benefits and conditions of services, payroll anomalies and associated activities.
> Facilitate, communicate and collaborate with all relevant stakeholders including the Principal in the
MEA administration processes for Teaching and General staff
> Lead and manage the performance and development of General staff providing support and their
ongoing professional learning in a diverse-skilled team environment
> Engage with the Principal, Deputy Principal Primary, Deputy Principal Secondary and Deputy Principal
Teaching and Learning on the annual planning for staffing the College
> Develop and maintain job descriptions in consultation with relevant line managers
Capital Projects
> Collaborate with the Principal in relation to the financial management of building projects in line with
the Master Plan and Board directions
> Invite tenders (where applicable) and arrange contracts for major work development, small capital
projects, and the purchase of new equipment in consultation with the Principal
> Participate in the development of College buildings and facilities
> Engage in projects to ensure that the project is completed on time, within budget, to specification and
the required quality
> Develop a budget and contingency plan for building projects
> Document and report on all variations following a permissions process
Canteen, Uniform Shop and other Auxiliary Services
> Oversight of the College Uniform Shop and all aspects of its operation
> Supervision of the College Canteen and all aspects of its operation
> Oversight of the auxiliary services including OOSH and various external providers including but not
limited to Wakakirri, Chess, Ministry Choir, Bands program, Dance Troupes and other related programs
Work Health and Safety
> Prepare and monitor the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Plan
> Manage the WHS audit process
> Oversee all contractor inductions and child safety procedures
9Other Duties
> Additional tasks requested by the Principal within the scope of the role are fulfilled accurately and in
time frames requested
> Attend College events, staff meetings, devotions, prayer meetings and other College functions as
directed by the Principal
The Business Manager will be a member of the following Committees
> Executive Leadership Team
> Board Finance Committee
> Work Health and Safety Committee
> ICT Strategic Management Group
The Business Manager supports the College in exercising leadership and by:
> Providing support to the College Board, Principal and Executive
> Contributing to the strategic direction of the College
> Attend meetings where required
> Working collaboratively with the Executive
> Display skill and compassion in dealing with parents/carers in matters of concern, ie fees
> Demonstrate high levels of skill in listening, negotiation, mediation and conflict resolution
> Support staff in their effort to implement teaching and learning programs
> Display a spirit of hospitality and welcome within the College
4. AGREEMENT
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and responsibility of work in this job. These
statements are not constructed as an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks and skills required for this job.
Employees will also be required to follow any other job-related instructions and College policies, and to perform
other job-related duties requested by the Line Manager (Principal) to support the College’s compliance with
legislative obligations.
The Line Manager may, in consultation with the employee vary the responsibilities of the position temporarily
as required, but within the skills and responsibility levels appropriate to the position.
This position will undergo a performance review.
10Selection criteria
Applicants are required to address the following selection criteria and provide examples that demonstrate their ability
to perform the duties of a Business Manager in a large independent school underpinned by a commitment to a Biblical
Worldview.
Essential criteria
> Regular attendance at a Christian Church and demonstrated faith and lifestyle commitment. Church
involvement and dates of attending current Church.
> Possess strong knowledge of the independent education sector with previous experience in an independent
school or for at least five years at a senior business management level.
> Tertiary qualifications - Have a relevant bachelor degree and a CA or CPA and demonstrate commitment to
professional development and learning; membership of ASBA or eligible to become a member.
> Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of current financial and accounting practices, processes, and accounting
standards.
> Possess highly developed decision making, analytical, strategic, problem solving, verbal and written skills. Have
strong organisational and time management skills, with an ability to prioritise tasks, meet prescribed deadlines,
and manage competing tasks concurrently.
> Possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to build rapport and
interact effectively at all levels of the organisation, internally and externally – underpinned by patience, active
listening and compassion.
> Ability to work cooperatively, collaboratively with team members, other teams and other staff including those
from a non-financial background. Lead the Finance team effectively, establishing strong relationships built on
trust and confidence in their leader.
> Provide confirmation that you are not an undischarged Bankrupt under the Bankruptcy Act 1966; and you have
not been banned from ASIC or banned by a court for managing corporations under the Corporations Act
2001; and you have not been convicted of fraud or any offence related to dishonesty; and that you have a
Working with Children Check (or are eligible to obtain one prior to commencement).
> Experience in WHS and risk management which includes an up to date and working knowledge of local, state
and Commonwealth regulations and the ability to inform the Executive accordingly.
> Manage contracts, licenses and agreements (inclusive of MEAs) ensuring these are current, accurate,
negotiable and in the best interests of the College.
Desirable criteria
> Experience in Governance, with Company Secretary experience, including minute taking, acting as Company
Public Officer.
> Experience in performance management implementation.
> Experience working in a Kindergarten to Year 12 school environment.
11Remuneration and Conditions
> This is a fixed term 5-year contract position, with a probation period of 6 months, with an annual performance
review.
> An appropriate remuneration package will be determined by the Board and the Principal and discussed with
the preferred candidate.
> Given the seniority of this role, the expectations are that the Business Manager will work the hours required to
fulfill the requirements of the position and be flexible in responding to additional needs including out of hours
meetings.
> The Business Manager will be supported in participation in and contribution to, professional and industry
associations including ASBA, AISNSW and CSA.
Application Process
Relevant documents
Forming part of the process you should have received, read or viewed the following documents:
> Business Manager Appointment Booklet
> Business Manager Job Description (Included in the Appointment Booklet)
> Business Manager Application Form
Further Information
If you require further information or have any questions regarding your application, your query should be directed in
the first instance to:
Dr Johan Griesel
Principal
Toongabbie Christian College Ltd
T 0437 526 553
E principal@tcc.nsw.edu.au
12How to apply
Applications for the position of Business Manager at Toongabbie Christian College should include the
following:
> A completed Toongabbie Christian College Business Manager Application Form.
> A resume/CV and a letter of application to support your suitability for the role.
> A statement addressing the selection criteria (essential and desirable) on page 11 outlining the applicant’s
ability to demonstrate suitability to fill the position as Business Manager (maximum 8 x A4 pages font size 10).
> Names, email addresses and contact details for at least three confidential referees, including:
> Current pastor/minister
> Recent and/or current employer *
> Referee who can attest to the applicant’s leadership skills, professional or academic background *
* A Confidential Recommendation Form will be required to be completed by the recent and/or current
employer and referee who can attest to your suitability for the role. To assist the Board to determine a
preferred candidate, you will be informed if the Confidential Recommendation Form will be distributed
to your Referees.
> A current Working With Children Check or an ability to obtain such a check before commencement.
> First Aid credential or an ability to obtain the credential before commencement.
Closing date – 10 July 2020, 10.00am (AEST)
Applications should be sent (electronic only) marked Private and Confidential to:
Dr Johan Griesel
Principal
Toongabbie Christian College
bmapplications@tcc.nsw.edu.au
The Selection Process
> Following the close of applications, a committee will consider all applications and prepare a short list of
candidates for interview.
> You will be contacted and informed whether your application has progressed to interview stage.
> Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 14 July 2020 and interviews for this position are scheduled for
Saturday 18 July 2020. Candidates must make themselves available for the interview schedule on 18 July
2020.
Commencement
> Commencement date can be negotiated
The College as a Safe School Organisation actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all children. We are committed
to protecting children from abuse or harm, in accordance with our legal and ethical obligations including Child Safe
Standards. All applicants need to have a current Working with Children Check or be eligible to obtain a WWCC by the
time employment commences.
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