Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS658054
This is a nine (9) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2021 with possible twelve (12) months extension and/or permanency
Little Grove Primary School (PS) is seeking an enthusiastic Manager Corporate Services to join their school.
The role of the Manager Corporate Services is to ensure effective financial management of the school’s business operations and to provide high level advice and leadership to make sure that student success and opportunity is maximised through the delivery of planning, budgeting and reporting, while ensuring compliance with Departmental and legislative requirements.
The ideal applicant will be an experienced manager who can play an integral role in the school’s leadership team. You should be a strategic thinker, have the ability to handle any situation with level-headed composure and the capacity to provide innovative leadership for the development of business systems and service provision. You will also possess excellent organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise within the areas of responsibility. Demonstrating ICT skills, your ability to work as part of a team and knowledge of school systems would be highly beneficial. Having excellent customer relationship skills is essential as you will need to step into a school officer’s role at least once a week.
In this role you will be responsible for the provision of high level management for the school support staff and the development of effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. In collaboration with the Principal and Leadership team, you will provide operational input to the development of the school’s workforce and business plans, plus oversee and report on the school’s financial performance.
Little Grove PS commenced operations in 1997. We are a proud Independent Public School with a small town feel located within the big rural city of Albany, Western Australia. Our proximity to both the pristine Princess Royal Harbour and surrounding bushland make our school a very attractive place to learn and one that provides endless opportunities for its students to experience variety and success. This is achieved through the diversity of our programs, the enthusiasm of our staff and the support of our wider school community.
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):
- Well developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to use effective negotiation skills.
- Sound financial management skills, including budget preparation and the ability to interpret and apply financial and accounting practices and procedures.
- Sound human resource management skills, including the ability to develop and/or apply human resource management practices and systems.
- Leadership skills in the delivery of business outcomes and sound customer service principles and practices.
- Ability to provide input into the development, implementation and monitoring of business and marketing plans.
- Sound conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills
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 Little Grove Primary School can be found by visiting https://www.littlegroveps.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 Darryn Martin, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Albany, by telephoning (08) 9845 9900 or emailing Darryn.martin@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:
- Up to three (3) pages statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to five (5) 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;
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check; and
- 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, 5 March 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
