Manager Corporate Services

Department of Education, Western Australia; City Of Kwinana; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bertram Primary School in Western Australia is seeking a dedicated Manager Corporate Services to join a collaborative leadership team. The role focuses on financial management, asset oversight and HR operations to support school priorities and student learning outcomes.

The successful candidate will lead the Administration Support Team, ensure sound budgeting practices and promote a professional, outcomes‑driven work environment within a busy school setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial, physical and human resources operations of the school.
• Lead and support the Administration Support Team to foster a proactive, professional culture.

Job description

We are seeking to establish a pool of Manager Corporate Services for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

The School

Bertram Primary School (BPS) is an Independent Public School catering for approximately 680 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Located in Bertram, south of Perth, our school is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment where every student is supported to achieve their potential.

Our school vision, Aspire, Connect, Enrich, reflects our commitment to high expectations, strong relationships and rich learning experiences. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and that achieving this requires a collective commitment from all members of our school community.

At Bertram PS, we are building a culture of continuous improvement, where collaboration, professional growth and shared accountability underpin everything we do. We value staff who are proactive, reflective and solutions-focused, and who recognise the important contribution they make to the success of our students and school.

Our leadership approach is grounded in genuine relationships, clear expectations and collective responsibility. We are committed to creating a positive and supportive workplace where staff feel valued, are encouraged to contribute their expertise and work together towards a shared vision.

Find out more about our school by visiting bertramps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

Bertram PS is seeking a reliable, dedicated and proactive Manager Corporate Services (MCS) to join our collaborative leadership team.

The successful applicant will work closely with the Principal and broader leadership team to oversee the financial, physical and human resource operations of the school. They will lead and support the Administration Support Team, fostering a positive team culture characterised by professionalism, shared accountability, effective communication and a solutions-focused approach.

The successful applicant will display the ability to work independently with a high level of autonomy, while recognising the importance of collaboration and collective responsibility in achieving whole-school priorities.

The MCS will be responsible for implementing sound, consistent financial management and budgeting practices and systems. They will review existing processes, identify opportunities for improvement and ensure resources are managed effectively to support the school's strategic direction and educational priorities.

The successful applicant will ideally display effective human resource management practices, including the ability to lead, develop and support staff. They will also provide strategic oversight and effective management of the school's buildings, facilities and assets.

The successful applicant should possess excellent organisational, conceptual, interpersonal, communication, staff management and problem-solving skills. They will be flexible, approachable and adaptable, with the capacity to manage competing priorities in a busy and dynamic school environment.

As a valued member of the Bertram PS leadership team, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the strategic direction and ongoing success of our school. Working alongside a collaborative and supportive team, they will share in decision-making, celebrate collective achievements and contribute their expertise and perspectives to creating the best possible outcomes for our students, staff and school community.

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 Christine Bewetz, Principal on [phone] or by emailing [e-mail].

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.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).