Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS631178
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2020
Ocean Road Primary School is seeking to appoint a talented Manager Corporate Services, with high level emotional intelligence, innovation and interpersonal skills to join our dynamic team.
As the Manager Corporate Services the successful applicant will work closely with the Principal to establish and be responsible for the financial, physical and human resource processes of the college. The successful applicant will oversee the business operations and work collaboratively with the executive team to recruit, supervise and manage support staff.
The successful applicant will also have the ability to work in a collaborative team environment committed to building quality communication with all stakeholders, and developing strong community relationships and links. You will require outstanding oral, written, interpersonal communication, analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills. You be expected to work closely with the school’s executive and leadership teams, staff, school board and P&C to achieve agreed goals and targets.
At Ocean Road Primary School, we are committed to creating a learning environment where everybody within our school community can develop the skill and the will necessary to successfully access and apply knowledge enabling them to become effective citizens in our ever changing world.
Our core values of Kindness, Resilience, Responsibility and Respect, and our dedication to “Put Children First” underpin everything we do. The health and wellbeing of staff and students is paramount.
Our educators implement a whole school approach to research and evidence based strategies with a focus on developing the whole child. This includes English, Mathematics, a Growth Mindset, 21st Century Learning and Student Mental Health and Wellbeing. Our specialist programs include Science, Physical Education, Japanese, Visual and Performing Arts. We are committed to catering for all of the students’ needs, including the specific needs of our Students at Educational Risk and those requiring academic extension.
A strong partnership exists between the school and the community. Our School Board is deeply involved in ensuring that the school is addressing the needs of our students and community. Our P&C and volunteers provide outstanding support to our students and staff. Parents and carers are actively encouraged to become involved in their children’s education.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:
- High-level human resource management skills, including the ability to develop and/or apply human resource management practices and processes.
- High-level financial management skills, including budget preparation and the ability to understand and apply financial and accounting practices and procedures.
- High-level written communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Experience in the application of high-level customer service principles and practices.
- Experience in effective leadership of a team.
- Ability to provide high-level human resource consultancy and financial advice in the development, implementation and management of business and marketing plans.
- Well developed problem solving and risk management skills, including the ability to provide innovative solutions to strategic and complex problems and issues.
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Ocean Road Primary School can be found by visiting www.oceanroadps.wa.edu.au, Schools Online or by visiting our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/oceanroadprimaryschool
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information
Please contact Dean Finlay, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9582 2311 or emailing Dean.Finlay@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A five (5) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager)
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 12 June 2020
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.