This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency 

The Education Business Services (EBS) division provides professional business services and support to Western Australian public schools, statutory boards and Department divisions. EBS delivers services across finance, information and communication technologies (ICT), and infrastructure, with a strong focus on enhancing organisational capability, improving systems and processes, and supporting the delivery of high-quality education outcomes. The division is committed to contemporary work practices and service delivery principles that are responsive, flexible, transparent, accountable and collaborative.

The School Financial Management and Support Branch forms part of the Financial Services Directorate and is responsible for providing schools with support and advice on transactional and technical financial matters, as well as finance policy guidance. The Branch also coordinates school financial systems and delivers training and support to ensure effective financial management practices across schools.

The Role

The role is responsible for the design, development and delivery of statewide training programs and workshops relating to the Department’s school finance systems and effective financial management practices in schools. This includes identifying training needs, developing contemporary learning resources and materials, evaluating training effectiveness, and implementing improvements to ensure programs remain current, relevant and aligned with industry trends and Department requirements. The role also provides specialist advice and support on learning and development strategies, competency-based training and assessment, and contributes to the delivery of presentations at conferences and professional forums.

The position provides leadership and project support in the coordination and ongoing improvement of school finance system training modules, including school billing, finance and asset management. The role contributes to the development, implementation and review of policies, standards and strategies to ensure compliance with legislative and Department requirements, while supporting the effective use of school finance systems across schools. The position also assists in fostering a safe, inclusive and collaborative work environment that supports organisational and team objectives.

The role works closely with internal and external stakeholders to identify learning and development needs, coordinate training activities and resources, and build strong working relationships across the Department. In collaboration with Financial Services teams, the position identifies trends and areas for improvement to develop targeted training solutions that support schools in achieving effective financial and business management outcomes.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include: 

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including flexible working hours
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Naomi Higgie, Manager, School Financial Management and Support on (08) 92640198 or by emailing naomi.higgie@education.wa.edu.au

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces 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.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must: 

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• 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 you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include: 

• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:

1. Demonstrated considerable experience in identifying, designing, developing, delivering and evaluating technical training and development programs and activities.
2. Demonstrated well developed skills in leading, managing, facilitating and working in a team environment, including the ability to prioritise and delegate work and lead training programs and courses.
5. Demonstrated well developed written communication skills, including experience in the development of training and development programs and courses.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application 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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1045632

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 20 July 2026