Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS824331
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2023
Cape Naturaliste College (CNC) is seeking an organised, motivated Facilities and Finance Officer to join their friendly team.
As the Facilities and Finance Officer you will provide support to the Manager Corporate Services in coordinating the daily operations relating to the management and maintenance of the school grounds and facilities, as well as the daily financial aspects of the school. You will assist in the supervision of the school cleaning and gardening services, including management of staff, overseeing faults management and contractors.
The successful applicant will coordinate the community use of college grounds and amenities, including scheduling and completion of required documentation. Given the nature of this role, sound knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety in relation to school equipment including cleaning, gardening and workshop machinery would be well regarded.
The successful applicant will coordinate financial tasks including processing of payments, invoicing, cash and asset management, reconciliation and assisting the Manager Corporate Services with managing the college’s financial resources and budgeting, while ensuring procedures and processes comply with applicable legislation and policy. You will provide advice and support to staff on administrative procedures, business management software and matters relating to financial legislation, policy and administrative procedures. The successful applicant will also supervise administrative support staff, including scheduling and allocating tasks and managing staff performance and leave entitlements.
Cape Naturaliste College was established in 2008 after extensive consultation with members of the community and that strong community involvement continues to this day. The College began its journey as a middle school, with a strong belief in the value of teamwork and a spirit of collaboration that has come to pervade the school ethos. Over time, a visibly strong sense of belonging and pride in the College has grown along with a significant expansion to the breadth and sophistication of the College's facilities, along with its ceremonies, extra-curricular activities, musical and sporting events. CNC has consistently shown the resilience to adapt to new challenges whilst maintaining the essence of its culture.
Cape Naturaliste college has established itself as a school with cultural excellence in teaching and learning. It is made up of a passionate body of staff who work collaboratively and strategically.
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):
- Sound financial management skills with the ability to interpret and apply financial and accounting practises and procedures.
- Sound ability to provide effective support and input into the development, implementation and monitoring of school buildings, grounds and facilities and the ability to investigate funding opportunities.
- Sound team management and supervisory skills including the ability to motivate and develop staff.
- Sound written, oral and interpersonal skills with the ability to work within a team environment and develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Well developed computer skills, including the ability to create, operate, extract reports and manipulate databases, spreadsheets and systems.
Applications will be assessed against these work related (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 Cape Naturalist College can be found by visiting cnc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
You are encouraged to contact Vivienne Laws, Manager Corporate Services, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Vasse, by telephoning (08) 9746 3500 or emailing Vivienne.Laws@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) 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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably 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 3 months of commencement.
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Department policy.
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within 6 months of appointment.
- Complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.
- 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 Thursday 15 June 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
