Manager Corporate Services

Department of Education; Kukerin; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Education is advertising a 5-month fixed term, part-time (0.6 FTE) Manager Corporate Services based at Kukerin Primary School in the Wheatbelt region. The role commences 30 November 2026 and runs through 25 April 2027, with potential extension or permanency dependent on school needs and performance.

The successful candidate will support the school's financial, administrative and operational management, collaborate closely with the principal and staff, ensure confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Experience in school financial management, budgeting and HR is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information and manage competing priorities in a small-school setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the financial, administrative and operational management of the school.
• Collaborate with the principal and staff to ensure efficient systems and processes.

Skills

Organisational skills

Budgeting

Communication

Confidentiality

Tools

School finance software

Job description

This is a 5 month fixed term, part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2026 with possible extension (9 months) and/or permanency Located in the southern Wheatbelt, Kukerin Primary School (PS) is a welcoming, close-knit school at the heart of its community. We pride ourselves on our supportive staff, strong community connections and commitment to providing a positive learning environment where every student is encouraged to develop their confidence and skills in academic, social and sporting pursuits. Our experienced staff deliver targeted and enriched learning through multi-age classes, reflecting our motto, "Small but Strong". With strong support from an active Parents and Citizens' Association and School Council, we foster collaborative partnerships between staff, families and the wider community to promote positive learning experiences and achieve the best possible outcomes for every child. Find out more about our school by visiting www.kukerinps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online .

The Role

We are seeking an organised, proactive and collaborative Manager Corporate Services who will work closely with the principal and staff to support the effective financial, administrative and operational management of the school. The successful applicant will ideally display strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, initiative and confidentiality, as well as the ability to manage competing priorities in a small-school environment. Experience in school financial management, budgeting, human resources and Department of Education systems will be highly regarded. The 5-month (0.6 FTE) appointment will commence from 30 November 2026 and concluding 25 April 2027, with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

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

• 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).

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS1072344 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 Friday, 20 November 2026