Manager Corporate Services

Join to apply for the Manager Corporate Services role at Department of Education, Western Australia This is a permanent part‑time (0.4 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2026. At Mundaring Primary School we develop the cognitive, social, physical and creative abilities and skills of children so they have the best start possible to their schooling and can reach their potential. Catering for children from Kindergarten to Year 6, our school is characterised as being community and environmentally friendly. It has a small country school feel yet is large enough to offer a range of options and facilities. Our staff are life‐long learners and are committed to making a difference to the lives of our students. Our programs provide children with the opportunity to study a range of subjects including music, physical education and Indonesian. We have an extensive environmental programme that runs across the school and is an excellent example of the benefits of students, parents and staff working in partnership. Role Overview The Manager Corporate Services will provide comprehensive oversight of the school's critical components—financial, physical and human resources. The role requires supervising support staff and ensuring efficient operation of the school. Key Responsibilities Supervise school support staff and facilitate the administration of financial, asset maintenance and human resource tasks. Administer and report on the financial integrity of the school's business operations. Provide input to financial planning and budgeting to contribute to the fiscal health of the school. Participate in committees and working groups to align strategies with school and regional business targets. Monitor financial performance against business and marketing plans and take proactive actions. Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Eligibility Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or a person with a valid visa having relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. Valid Working With Children Check before starting. Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before starting. Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps: Select "Apply for Job" and complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work‑related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager. Attach your documents : A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. A four page (maximum) statement addressing the following selection criteria: Demonstrated leadership skills in delivery of business outcomes and sound customer service principles and practices. Demonstrated well‑developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to use effective negotiation skills. Demonstrated sound financial management skills, including budget preparation and the ability to interpret and apply financial and accounting practices and procedures. Demonstrated sound human resource management skills, including the ability to develop and/or apply human resource management practices and systems. Demonstrated ability to provide input into the development, implementation and monitoring of business and marketing plans. Demonstrated sound conceptual, analytical and problem‑solving skills. It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting "Apply for Job". Applications must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on for assistance. Applications close: 4:30 pm (AWST) on Thursday, 4 December 2025. Contact Kevin Hogg, Principal: (08) 9295 9500 or Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS . Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr