PLEASE NOTE: An amendment has been made to the location information as of 1:45pm, 3 August 2021.
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS696090
This is a six (6) month fixed term, part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2021 with possible twelve (12) month extension and/or permanency
Useless Loop Primary School (PS) is looking for a dedicated and efficient Manager Corporate Services to join their team.
Working closely with the Principal, the successful applicant will establish and be responsible for the financial, physical and human resource processes of the school. They will oversee the business operations and work collaboratively with the Principal 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 to developing strong community relationships and links.
Outstanding oral, written, interpersonal, and problem solving skills are highly desirable. Possession of a high level of Information Communication Technology skills is highly desirable to support the ICT systems across the school.
As this position is located in the remote/rural area of Useless Loop, housing is limited/unavailable. Please consider this prior to applying.
Useless Loop Primary School caters for students from Kindergarten through to Year 6. The school is part of the Mid West Education District and is serviced by the Regional Education Office in Geraldton. Useless Loop forms part of the Desert Coast Network which includes Exmouth, Carnarvon, Gascoyne Junction and Burringurrah. It is part of the Remote Teaching Service which provides financial and leave incentives to encourage staff to remain in the school for up to four years at a time supporting continuity of learning programs.
Useless Loop Primary School is unique in that it is situated in a small mining town which is closed to the general public. All students are children of employees creating a situation where transiency is a norm due to employment conditions and mining requirements changing. At the same time there is a sense of stability as all parents are fully engaged in employment and generally remain in the community for a few years. Student numbers range between 27-33.
Useless Loop is a very scenic, yet isolated community located approximately 850 km from Perth, and 450 km from Geraldton. The nearest town is Denham, which is 220 km by road, but 10 minutes across the water by plane. The town has a population of approximately 139 people including 42 children. Useless Loop is part of the Shark Bay Salt Joint Venture mining lease and as a result there is restricted access to the community by visitors. Shark Bay Salt supplies services and utilities in the town, with the nearest government agencies based in Carnarvon or Geraldton.
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 (selection criteria):
- Oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the application of customer service principles and practices.
- Financial management skills, including input into budget preparation and the ability to apply financial and accounting practices and procedures.
- Human resource management skills, including the ability to develop and/or apply human resource management practices and systems.
- Ability to implement and monitor business and/or marketing plans.
- Conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills.
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements (selection criteria) 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 Useless Loop Primary School can be found by visiting Schools Online
For further job related information
You are encouraged to contact Kim Kehoe, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Useless Loop, by telephoning (08) 9948 1292 or kim.kehoe@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 three (3) to four (4) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), 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 and training requirements
Employees will be required to:
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Wednesday, 4 August 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.