At Thornbury High School, we are committed to fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that promotes academic excellence, personal growth, and community engagement. Our core vision is to inspire and empower students to become respectful, resilient, and innovative leaders, equipped with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in an ever-changing world.
We are dedicated to providing a holistic education through a broad range of academic and extracurricular programs that cater to the diverse needs, talents, and aspirations of our students. Our strong focus on inclusivity ensures that all students feel valued, respected, and supported in their individual learning journeys. We cultivate a culture of high expectations, fostering a safe and secure learning environment where every student can achieve their personal best.
Our school's vision is underpinned by the following core values:
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Academic Excellence: We maintain high academic standards and encourage intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning.
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Respect and Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and foster an environment where all students feel a sense of belonging and respect.
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Wellbeing and Resilience: We prioritize the mental and emotional wellbeing of our students, helping them develop resilience and confidence to face life's challenges.
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Innovation and Opportunity: We embrace innovation in teaching and learning, offering a wide range of opportunities for students to pursue their passions and achieve their goals.
Thornbury High School serves approximately 1,100 students, and we continue to lead in academic achievement and post-school pathways. Our strong performance in VCE results, highlighted by our recent recognition with `The Age¿ Schools that Excel Award, reflects our commitment to excellence. We continue to see significant improvement in student outcomes, with 16% of our Year 12 cohort achieving an ATAR above 90.
We are proud of our diverse programs, including the free instrumental music tuition offered to Year 7 and 8 students, our expanded Sports Academy, and the Italian language immersion program. Our commitment to fostering both academic and extracurricular growth is reinforced by recent developments in our school facilities, including the $14.9 million STEAM Centre and the Performing Arts and Sports Centre, which further enhance our vibrant teaching and learning environment.
Thornbury High School values the diverse backgrounds of our students and staff, and we work to create a school culture where all feel welcome and supported. Our student-led bullying survey, along with ongoing efforts to promote wellbeing, contribute to a secure and positive learning environment where students can grow both academically and personally.
We are committed to ongoing improvement and providing a high-quality educational experience for all students. For more information, please visit our website at www.thornburyhs.vic.edu.au or connect with us through our community Facebook page.
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which Thornbury High School stands, the Wurundjeri People, and pay our respects to their elders¿ past, present, and emerging.
Application Information
Thank you for your interest in this vacancy at Thornbury High School. Please note the following details when submitting your application:
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Applicants must provide a statement addressing the key selection criteria.
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Please attach your cover letter, resume, and key selection criteria in one document, with your full name as the file name.
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Include your DE Employee ID Number (if applicable).
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Provide three (3) referees, including names, contact numbers, and email addresses.
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If successful, a current WWCC/VIT card will be required.
Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.
Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.
This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Title: Senior School Administration Manager
Reports To: Head of Senior School, Business Manager and Principal
Subordinates: None
Salary Range: ES 1-3
Time fraction: 0.6 (family leave position ¿ days required: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday)
The Senior School Administration Manager plays a critical role supporting the engagement and wellbeing of students by collaborating, valuing and respecting relationships within and across our entire school community. As the manager of the senior study room, you¿ll help encourage focused private study in a calm and purposeful atmosphere. You will build relationships with students, encouraging them to achieve goals. Working with spreadsheets, Compass and VASS, in this varied and stimulating position you will be both the study room supervisor and senior school administrator. You play a crucial role in our Y11 & 12 team (alongside the Head of Senior School, Coordinators and Careers & Pathways Advisors) and help to shape a warm, professional and efficient learning environment for our students.
This role description is a guide only and is not intended to be an exhaustive or exclusive list of the duties attached to this position. It is subject to review and modification by the Principal, in response to the changing needs of the School, and the development of knowledge and skills. Any additional responsibilities as requested by the Principal Team or Business Manager shall be determined through consultation and agreement.
Daily responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Supervision of the Senior Study Room; active supervision of five study periods per day for Y12 VCE students
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Administration and supervision of `catch up¿ coursework, SAC¿s and exams
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Oversight of the Senior School environment and facilities
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Provide basic First Aid to students aligned with THS First Aid processes
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Follow all THS attendance processes with accuracy
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For concerns re student attendance (eg. multiple absences, truanting) inform relevant coordinator
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Administration of detentions and suspensions
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Contacting families of students who are absent from school
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Issue uniform passes in the absence of coordinators and record them for follow-up
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Administration of Student Records and VASS
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Maintenance of internal school records for our Y11 and 12 students
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Responsibility for all aspects of VCE and VASS data entry, data extraction and maintenance, ensuring that data accuracy and timelines for all activities are met using VASS (Victorian Assessment Software System)
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Working with the Head of Senior School to ensure all data deadlines are met and confidentiality is maintained
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Maintain the student information in Compass for Senior School students
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Communicating enrolment, suspension and exits to the General Office as per THS processes
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Maintain office systems and administrative records in the Senior School
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Data entry, word processing, reception, calendar and enquiry services on behalf of the Senior School team
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Co-ordinate, organise and determine work priorities within a clearly defined functional area e.g. VCE office
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Assist with the planning and organisation of key Senior School events, including but not limited to: Work Based Learning, Graduating Formal (Y12), Canberra Camp (Y11), Celebration Day (Y12), Awards (Y11 & 12), Exams and practice exams, Senior School Assemblies and Information session events.
Coordinate and deliver the induction program for all new students commencing throughout the school year.
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Administration assistance to the Principal team and Business Manager as required
Conditions apply: Police Check, VIT/WWCC, Child Safety Standards, DET Code of Conduct.
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
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. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via
[email protected]
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
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. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
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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.
- Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Please ensure that your application includes:
- A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home)
- A section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply section
- Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of two referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.
Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.
This vacancy is to replace an employee on parental absence and is for a period of seven years or until the employee absent on leave returns to duty at the school.
