Manager Corporate Services

Department of Education; Town of Cambridge; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Floreat Park Primary School is seeking a highly capable Manager Corporate Services to lead finance, HR, facilities, risk management, governance and business operations. The role requires strategic thinking, exceptional organisational skills and a proactive, collaborative approach to drive continuous improvement.

The 14-month fixed-term, full-time appointment commences Term4, 2026, with potential extension or permanency.

Qualifications

• Experience leading corporate services in a public school environment.
• Proven ability to implement improvements to business systems and processes.
• Strategic thinker with attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Capable of interpreting Department policies with sound professional judgement.
• Solutions-focused and proactive in driving efficiency and service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school's corporate services portfolio: finance, human resources, facilities, risk management, governance and business operations.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and streamline processes.
• Support efficient, compliant and innovative business practices across the school.
• Collaborate closely with the Principal and Executive Leadership Team.

Skills

Management

Corporate Services

Public school experience

Budget management

Process improvement

Job description

This is a 14-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term4,2026 with possible extension and/or permanency Floreat Park Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public School providing excellence in educational opportunities from Kindergarten to Year6. We are proud to offer local families a progressive school environment in which students are encouraged to achieve their full potential. While acknowledging our rich history dating back to 1951, we are foremost a contemporary school engaged in best practise teaching methods. Central to our success is the strong participation of our parent community in all aspects of school life. Our approach to education is built on a set of shared values and beliefs about how children learn best. Professional teaching staff engage in evidence-based, modern teaching practices and consistent curriculum delivery across year groups, while students enjoy learning in a vibrant, engaging environment. Find out more about our school by visiting www.floreatparkps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

We are seeking an ideal applicant who is already confident operating in a complex school environment and can quickly establish themselves as a trusted member of the leadership team. Working closely with the Principal and Executive Leadership Team, you would be leading the school's corporate services portfolio, including finance, human resources, facilities, risk management, governance and business operations. Beyond managing daily operations, you should ideally identify opportunities for continuous improvement, streamline processes and implement innovative solutions that enhance the effectiveness of the school. The successful applicant will ideally display exceptional judgement, initiative and organisational capability. They should possess a solutions-focused mindset, enjoy solving complex problems and have the confidence to make informed decisions while balancing competing priorities. They will ideally be comfortable challenging existing processes where appropriate and continuously seeking better ways of working. At Floreat Park PS, we value people who are proactive, collaborative and committed to excellence. Our office team takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining efficient, compliant and innovative business practices that support outstanding educational outcomes.

Ideally, we are looking for someone who:

• Has experience as a Manager Corporate Services in a public school environment;
• Has a proven record of implementing improvements to business systems, processes and operational practices;
• Thinks strategically while maintaining exceptional attention to detail;
• Is highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment;
• Are confident interpreting Department policies and applying sound professional judgement;
• Is solutions-focused and enjoys identifying practical ways to improve efficiency and service delivery;
• Displays initiative and resilience when managing complex operational issues;
• Builds positive relationships while maintaining high professional standards and accountability; and is committed to continuous improvement and fostering a culture of innovation across corporate services.

Eligibility To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or NewZealand 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;
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the DepartmentofEducation’sScreeningUnit before you start.

• A CV of up to two (2) pages maximum outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A three (3) page statement maximum addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
• Demonstrated leadership skills in the delivery of business outcomes and sound customer service principles and practices.
• Demonstrated well developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to use effective negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated sound financial management skills, including budget preparation and the ability to interpret and apply financial and accounting practices and procedures.
• Demonstrated sound human resource management skills, including the ability to develop and/or apply human resource management practices and systems.
• Demonstrated ability to provide input into the development, implementation and monitoring of business and marketing plans.
• Demonstrated sound conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

Applications close:4.30pm(AWST) on Monday,26 October2026.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1066254 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.

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 AmeliaTuck, Manager Corporate ServicesMCS on [phone] or [e-mail].