MANAGER of STAFFING & HUMAN RESOURCES - Scotch College
MANAGER of STAFFING & HUMAN RESOURCES JOB DESCRIPTION The Manager of Staffing and Human Resources is accountable to the Headmaster for the direction and management of all human resource matters within the College and for ensuring the College recruits, retains and develops outstanding staff. The Manager of Staffing and Human Resources is a senior College position with a shared responsibility for the College’s vision to build a learning community with an international standard of excellence and to drive an improvement culture that ensures that Scotch College is not only seen as an employer of choice, but whose staff are sought after world-wide. Raising student achievement and meeting the College community’s needs contextualise and drive all teaching and non-teaching staffing decisions, actions, processes and policies. The Manager guides all employees’ actions by researching, developing, writing and updating polices, procedures, methods and guidelines with a view to communicating and enhancing the College’s standards and practices. The Manager will share responsibility with other managers for ensuring staff understand their obligation to comply with and to uphold the ethos, values, policies and practices of the School and the Uniting Church, as required of all School staff. Reports to:
Headmaster
Collaborates with:
Heads of School, Director of Teaching and Learning, Director of Finance and Corporate Services, Director of Wellbeing and where required, other members of the College Executive
Demonstrated Leadership Attributes As this is a senior leadership position within the College, the incumbent’s demonstrated leadership attributes must be consistent with both the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) standards and the Australian Human Resources Institute Model of Excellence. Senior Leadership Functions: Develops and maintains a culture of improvement that places the core business of learning at the centre of all strategic and operational human resource policies and planning Promotes good performance and challenges underperformance by enabling, supporting and guiding effective staff manager intervention, corrective action and follow-up Assists members of Executive to review, evaluate and support staff to build capacity and to review performance
Works with others to produce and implement clear, evidence-based improvement plans and policies that promote and sustain whole school improvement consistent with the College strategic plan Uses emerging technologies and programs to enhance HR performance Fosters a supportive environment for staff to realise their full potential Contributes to the development and maintenance of efficient administrative policies and procedures Engages in dialogue with the Headmaster on relevant matters Communicates with staff and the wider community on staffing matters Fulfils associated responsibilities that may be allocated by the Headmaster or members of Executive from time to time
Key Duties and Accountabilities: Lead and mentor the HR team in pursuit of best practice policies and processes Establish an environment that provides opportunities for all staff to learn and improve collaboratively In consultation with others, determine staffing requirements, ensuring the most effective and efficient use of staff Provide advice and leadership in matters relating to IR, HR and OSH law and best practice Oversee advertising for new staff Coordinate the interviewing of applicants to ensure outstanding candidates are selected and as often as possible be a member of selection panels Oversee the induction and probation processes for new staff Oversee the performance management process for underperforming staff Ensure staff contracts reflect the needs of the College and meet industrial legislation requirements Ensure all compliance matters related to staff employment are adhered to With other senior staff, manage the reflection, review and development process, the performance management process and periodic contractual reviews In conjunction with Executive and advisors, represent the College in pay and conditions discussions With the co-curricular coordinators, oversee the co-curricular program across the College Intervene and assist in the resolution of staff issues as required Manage staff leave Manage staff FTE and work loads Manage HR specific budgets
Key Performance Indicators Organisation Design HR strategy is aligned with the College strategic plan HR strategy, plans and processes are communicated to and understood by managers and staff The College is as an employer of choice
Recruitment & Selection The College attracts, develops and retains outstanding staff as a matter of policy and practice Learning & Development Staff performance and effectiveness are optimized through professional learning, training and development strategies in collaboration with the Headmaster, Director of Teaching and Learning, the Director of Wellbeing, Heads of sub-schools and the Director of Finance and Corporate Services, Managers’ leadership and management skills are improved through mentoring and coaching The HR team is developed through sound mentoring, management and collaborative practices Employee Relations With the Headmaster and relevant directors, an overall strategy for employee relations in the College is provided Performance Management Staff performance management and staff reflection, review and development processes are effectively led through collaboration with responsible managers All managers are competent in the delivery of the performance management processes All performance management and outplacement discussions are carried out in accordance with College policy and legislative requirements Human Resources Reporting Strategic direction and HR reporting and analytics are reported to the Headmaster, Executive and College Council Human Resources Policy & Procedures Direction on the development and implementation of terms and conditions of employment, policy and procedures are provided Effective policy is written and managed on the HR component of Complispace All contractual arrangements are current and all staff are on accurate and approved contracts All policies are current and communicated effectively to all employees Remuneration & Benefits Pay, conditions and incentives are managed strategically with the Headmaster and Director of Finance and Corporate Services Compliance All HR practices comply with legislative requirements and College and Uniting Church policy, ethos and values Occupational Health, Safety Responsible directors are collaborated with in overseeing health and safety standards, obligations, policies and procedures Staff injury management and compensation processes are managed with the College’s injury management company, the Director of Finance and Corporate Services and College medical staff General Relevant requirements of the following are complied with: Federal, state and local council laws Public liability and professional indemnity Corporate policies and guidelines Security including data security School registration and teaching and non-teaching staff compliance
Skills and Abilities Required Essential Minimum of 10 years general experience in a HR related role At least five years leadership and management in a HR related role Bachelor degree or equivalent professional qualification Comprehensive knowledge of industrial relations legislation, awards and HR principles and practices Willingness and ability to gain a deep understanding of the education context in a timely manner, if coming with a different background Proven ability to develop strategy and deliver on strategic initiatives Strong and demonstrable commitment to the mission, vision and values of the College Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to represent the College in a professional manner Excellent people skills and a high level of emotional intelligence Experience mentoring staff within a continuous improvement context Desirable Demonstrated leadership experience, skills and qualities consistent with the AITSL principal standards (even if coming from another industry) and the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) Model of Excellence Post graduate qualifications in a relevant field Demonstrated profile as a leader in this field through problem solving, innovation, professional learning and outreach Proven participation in a relevant professional association(s)
Headmaster
Collaborates with:
Heads of School, Director of Teaching and Learning, Director of Finance and Corporate Services, Director of Wellbeing and where required, other members of the College Executive
Demonstrated Leadership Attributes As this is a senior leadership position within the College, the incumbent’s demonstrated leadership attributes must be consistent with both the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) standards and the Australian Human Resources Institute Model of Excellence. Senior Leadership Functions: Develops and maintains a culture of improvement that places the core business of learning at the centre of all strategic and operational human resource policies and planning Promotes good performance and challenges underperformance by enabling, supporting and guiding effective staff manager intervention, corrective action and follow-up Assists members of Executive to review, evaluate and support staff to build capacity and to review performance
Works with others to produce and implement clear, evidence-based improvement plans and policies that promote and sustain whole school improvement consistent with the College strategic plan Uses emerging technologies and programs to enhance HR performance Fosters a supportive environment for staff to realise their full potential Contributes to the development and maintenance of efficient administrative policies and procedures Engages in dialogue with the Headmaster on relevant matters Communicates with staff and the wider community on staffing matters Fulfils associated responsibilities that may be allocated by the Headmaster or members of Executive from time to time
Key Duties and Accountabilities: Lead and mentor the HR team in pursuit of best practice policies and processes Establish an environment that provides opportunities for all staff to learn and improve collaboratively In consultation with others, determine staffing requirements, ensuring the most effective and efficient use of staff Provide advice and leadership in matters relating to IR, HR and OSH law and best practice Oversee advertising for new staff Coordinate the interviewing of applicants to ensure outstanding candidates are selected and as often as possible be a member of selection panels Oversee the induction and probation processes for new staff Oversee the performance management process for underperforming staff Ensure staff contracts reflect the needs of the College and meet industrial legislation requirements Ensure all compliance matters related to staff employment are adhered to With other senior staff, manage the reflection, review and development process, the performance management process and periodic contractual reviews In conjunction with Executive and advisors, represent the College in pay and conditions discussions With the co-curricular coordinators, oversee the co-curricular program across the College Intervene and assist in the resolution of staff issues as required Manage staff leave Manage staff FTE and work loads Manage HR specific budgets
Key Performance Indicators Organisation Design HR strategy is aligned with the College strategic plan HR strategy, plans and processes are communicated to and understood by managers and staff The College is as an employer of choice
Recruitment & Selection The College attracts, develops and retains outstanding staff as a matter of policy and practice Learning & Development Staff performance and effectiveness are optimized through professional learning, training and development strategies in collaboration with the Headmaster, Director of Teaching and Learning, the Director of Wellbeing, Heads of sub-schools and the Director of Finance and Corporate Services, Managers’ leadership and management skills are improved through mentoring and coaching The HR team is developed through sound mentoring, management and collaborative practices Employee Relations With the Headmaster and relevant directors, an overall strategy for employee relations in the College is provided Performance Management Staff performance management and staff reflection, review and development processes are effectively led through collaboration with responsible managers All managers are competent in the delivery of the performance management processes All performance management and outplacement discussions are carried out in accordance with College policy and legislative requirements Human Resources Reporting Strategic direction and HR reporting and analytics are reported to the Headmaster, Executive and College Council Human Resources Policy & Procedures Direction on the development and implementation of terms and conditions of employment, policy and procedures are provided Effective policy is written and managed on the HR component of Complispace All contractual arrangements are current and all staff are on accurate and approved contracts All policies are current and communicated effectively to all employees Remuneration & Benefits Pay, conditions and incentives are managed strategically with the Headmaster and Director of Finance and Corporate Services Compliance All HR practices comply with legislative requirements and College and Uniting Church policy, ethos and values Occupational Health, Safety Responsible directors are collaborated with in overseeing health and safety standards, obligations, policies and procedures Staff injury management and compensation processes are managed with the College’s injury management company, the Director of Finance and Corporate Services and College medical staff General Relevant requirements of the following are complied with: Federal, state and local council laws Public liability and professional indemnity Corporate policies and guidelines Security including data security School registration and teaching and non-teaching staff compliance
Skills and Abilities Required Essential Minimum of 10 years general experience in a HR related role At least five years leadership and management in a HR related role Bachelor degree or equivalent professional qualification Comprehensive knowledge of industrial relations legislation, awards and HR principles and practices Willingness and ability to gain a deep understanding of the education context in a timely manner, if coming with a different background Proven ability to develop strategy and deliver on strategic initiatives Strong and demonstrable commitment to the mission, vision and values of the College Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to represent the College in a professional manner Excellent people skills and a high level of emotional intelligence Experience mentoring staff within a continuous improvement context Desirable Demonstrated leadership experience, skills and qualities consistent with the AITSL principal standards (even if coming from another industry) and the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) Model of Excellence Post graduate qualifications in a relevant field Demonstrated profile as a leader in this field through problem solving, innovation, professional learning and outreach Proven participation in a relevant professional association(s)
