Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS838733

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2024 

The role of the Manager Corporate Services requires managing human resources and school finances to streamline the operational needs of the school. The successful applicant will ideally possess strong leadership, communication skills, both verbal and written and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.  

The successful applicant will ideally be experienced in managing the day-to-day financial operations specific to a departmental school, maximise the staffing structure to best support the school's needs, business plan and vision. Other responsibilities will be to develop and implement effective strategies, policies, and procedures to optimise corporate services functions and ensure smooth operations. Monitor and manage the budgetary and financial activities of the organisation, ensuring adherence to financial regulations and departmental guidelines. The successful applicant should provide leadership and guidance to the leadership team, fostering a positive work culture and promoting professional development.   

Deanmore Primary School is a student and community focused school. It is therefore important that you be people oriented, communicate well and have a good knowledge of displaying high levels of customer service principles.

Established in 1961 Deanmore PS continues today as a quality Independent School serving the educational needs of those who are fortunate to call this prestige beachside suburb home. Strong bonds exist across the school community with a highly supportive group of parents ever willing to support school staff with innovative curriculum delivery.

Deanmore PS is located in Karrinyup and has a strongly engaged community. We value Respect, Responsibility, unity, and Excellence and work together to provide first class 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 (selection criteria):

• Leadership skills in the delivery of business outcomes and sound customer service principles and practices.
• 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.
• 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 Deanmore Primary School can be found by visiting deanmoreps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.

For further job related information

Please contact Jacqueline Cooper, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9222 9250 or emailing jacqueline.cooper@education.wa.edu.au  

During the school holiday period, please contact Jacqueline Cooper on 0410 269 123

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 five (5) 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 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.
• 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 Monday, 23 October 2023

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE 

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.