This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Norseman District High School is a Level 4 District High School catering for children from Kindergarten to Year 12. Our school is unique in that we have a population of children from interstate, other parts of WA and the 'Norseman Locals' creating an environment that is rich in diversity and opportunities to learn from each other. The traditional owners the Ngadju people have a broad understanding of the land, a passionate culture and are wonderful supporters of the school.
Our relative low student numbers allow our quality and passionate staff opportunities to individualise the curriculum to meet the children’s needs. There is a wonderful balance of staff from beginning teachers to very experienced staff who very much value working collaboratively and put in a huge effort to deliver creative and inspirational lessons. The school boasts a strong ICT focus with iPads being used in all classes to develop 21st century learners. Our school bus is used frequently to offer a wide range of learning and sporting activities and opportunities for the children.
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The Role
As the Manager Corporate Services, you would work collaboratively with the leadership team to lead the operation of the school with a focus on workforce development, human resource management, building and facilities management, and financial planning and budgeting. You should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills when collaborating and working with staff, the administration, parents, and the wider community to build a strong and connected school culture.
The successful applicant should have sound financial management skills, and strategic administration experience including responsibility for ensuring all audit requirements are followed. You would provide consistency for financial planning and budgeting within the school and work within Department Policies and Guidelines. The Manager Corporate Services should be intrinsically involved in the implementation of the school’s Business Plan to ensure improved student outcomes.
The successful applicant should ideally have a proven track record in human resource and financial management. These skills should see you negotiate effectively and build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. The successful applicant will display the ability to effectively lead the school support staff team to support the school’s strategic priorities and direction. Applicants with experience in the application of School Information System (SIS), Asset and Human Resource Management Information Systems (HRMIS) packages, ICT Dashboard and RAMS Recruitment processes would be well regarded. Due to the isolated location of Norseman District High School, the MCS position can be based in another location if the successful applicant does not reside in Norseman.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sonia Hammond, Principal on (08) 9083 9000 or emailing
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
1. be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
2. obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
3. consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
4. A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
5. A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
6. Demonstrated well developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to use effective negotiation skills.
7. Demonstrated sound financial management skills, including budget preparation and the ability to interpret and apply financial and accounting practices and procedures.
8. Demonstrated sound human resource management skills, including the ability to develop and/or apply human resource management practices and systems.
9. Demonstrated ability to provide input into the development, implementation and monitoring of business and marketing plans.
10. Demonstrated sound conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS931657
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 20 November 2024