Manager Corporate Services

Department of Education, Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Weld Square Primary School in Morley, WA is seeking a capable Manager Corporate Services to lead financial, human resources and ICT functions, reporting to the Principal.

The role covers business operations, financial planning and budgeting, plus recruiting, supervising and managing support staff. Strong knowledge of HRMIS, SIS and COMPASS is highly desirable.

You will work collaboratively with leadership and stakeholders to support school priorities and foster community links.

Qualifications

• The successful applicant will assist with business operations, financial planning and budgeting.
• Will recruit, supervise and manage support staff.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Proficient understanding of HRMIS, RM Finance, RM Billing, SCF, SIS and COMPASS.

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee the financial, physical and human resource processes.
• Assist with business operations, financial planning and budgeting.
• Recruit, supervise and manage support staff.
• Coordinate ICT infrastructure, devices and service providers.
• Collaborate with school leadership and stakeholders to resolve issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Leadership

Tools

HRMIS

RM Finance

RM Billing

SIS

COMPASS

ICT infrastructure

Job description

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2026.

Weld Square Primary School is a school that pursues academic excellence and offers a recognised best practice pastoral care program to all of its students. The school, with its well-established gardens is surrounded by native bushlands and parklands and located in the suburb of Morley; 10 km north east of Perth, also actively promotes environmental sustainability throughout the whole school community.

We are a small school with a big heart. We have lots of space to create a range of supportive and flexible learning spaces that meet the needs of all our students. All our staff, parents and community partnerships prioritise our students and are committed to providing a range of experiences that create memories and forge positive relationships. We are proud of our multicultural and diverse population and have a supportive and active community.

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

The Role

The successful applicant would work closely with the Principal to establish and be responsible for the financial, physical and human resource processes of the school. The successful applicant should assist with the business operations, financial planning and budgeting, and work with the principal to recruit, supervise and manage support staff. The successful applicant will ideally have the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

It would be highly desirable for the successful applicant to possess a proficient understanding of Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS), RM Finance, RM Billing, Student Centred Funding (SCF), staff recruitment processes and Student Information Systems (SIS). The primary role of the MCS is the responsibility for human resource management and finance and planning. A strong knowledge of COMPASS and ability to manage our ICT infrastructure, devices and service providers is essential.

The successful applicant will ideally have the ability to work in a collaborative team environment committed to building quality communication with all stakeholders and developing strong community relationships and links. You should display outstanding oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. You should also have outstanding analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills and should work closely with the leadership of the school to respond to customer enquiries and issues.

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 Lorena Rock, Principal on 9268 7600, (MOB) 0450 303 095 or [e-mail].

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.

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS1062181

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).

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 8 September 2026