The role of a School Business Professional involves administering and managing financial, site, and support services within a school context. They provide essential support to school leadership teams, implementing financial and business decisions. SBPs work in various school phases and structures, with shared roles including financial management, procurement, health and safety, and human resources. This role is crucial in shaping the day-to-day activities within schools and can serve as a stepping stone for those aspiring to senior or strategic roles in the school business profession.

During their apprenticeship, the individual will gain the skills, knowledge, and behaviours required for their chosen role and industry. Below are examples of the subject areas to aid them in this effort:

• Financial and Operational Management
• Project Management
• Change Management
• Communication and Relationship Building
• Strategic Management
• Finance
• Procurement
• Human Resources
• Managing Support Services
• Governance and Risk
• Marketing
• Infrastructure
• Ethical Standards

This EPA has 2 assessment methods.

• Assessment Method 1: Simulated Task
• Assessment Method 2: Project Report & presentation with questions and answers

School Business Manager, HR Manager, Office Manager, School Administrator, Business Support Officer, Bursar