Senior Corporate Services Consultant – School Support

VenuesWest; Perth; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% employer contributed superannution

Leave entitlements

Professional development and study/ass

Salary packaging

Public transport access nearby

Job summary

Department of Education Western Australia is seeking a Senior Corporate Services Consultant – School Support to lead and mentor staff during Kaartdijin deployment. The role focuses on guiding schools through the transition to the new finance system and associated processes from Oct 2026 onwards.

Based in East Perth, the role emphasizes practical guidance, problem solving, and building staff confidence with Compass and CiA across metropolitan and regional schools.

Qualifications

• Leadership and mentoring capabilities demonstrated in school settings.
• Experience guiding staff through new workflows and systems.
• Ability to build confidence and capacity in users adapting to Kaartdijin.

Responsibilities

• Support staff as they begin using Compass and CiA.
• Guide staff through key operational activities and new workflows.
• Help staff complete critical business processes with the new system.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

School-based experience

Tools

Compass

CiA

Job description

We have 4x 12 month fixed term, full-time positions commencing October 2026 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

Program Kaartdijin (the Program) has been established to develop a functionally fit, technologically robust solution to replace the current School Information System (SIS) and adding contemporary features that provide schools with better quality data and oversight. The Program focuses on providing solutions that meets the operational needs of schools and the reporting and management needs of the Department at large. The Program’s vision is to provide a modern administrative and finance solution connecting people, processes and systems for school communities now and into the future.

The Role

As a Senior Corporate Services Consultant – School Support, you will be a key source of support, providing responsive guidance and mentoring to new users of the Kaartdijin solution.

The Program is commencing Phase 2 deployment of the solution, which will include the new integrated finance system. Over the coming months we will be deploying the new system and financial processes to schools, providing comprehensive training and support for each school along the way. To be part of this significant venture, you will be an experienced and enthusiastic leader and champion for Kaartdijin. You’ll bring your knowledge and extensive school-based experience, while also being excited to learn the new system, understand new business processes and share your learning with others.

Drawing on your school-based experience, you will work alongside staff in newly deployed schools as they begin to use the new finance system You will provide practical guidance, mentoring and peer support as staff build their confidence and capability using the new system, facilitating their access to a range of supports that the Program has in place for schools. As the successful applicant, you will be confident with financial management practices, enjoy helping others to build their capacity and offer practical solutions.

The Senior Corporate Services Consultant – School Support’s role is to:

• support staff as they begin using Compass and CiA.
• guide staff through key operational activities and new workflows
• help staff complete critical business processes
• identify and resolve school issues early
• reinforce new roles, approvals and responsibilities
• build confidence during the first days of system use.

Opportunities to travel to schools in both metropolitan and regional locations may be offered as part of this role.

This is an opportunity to make a difference beyond your own school, contribute to the successful implementation of Kaartdijin across the system, and collaborate with fellow manager corporate services (MCSs) to enable them to feel confident in their new ways of working.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a short walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

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 Chris Chuck, Assistant Director on [phone] or by emailing [e-mail]

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces 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.
• 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.
• Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1063744

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: Friday, 25 September 2026