The Role
The successful applicant is responsible for overseeing the school's business operations, including the management of financial, physical, and human resources, and the supervision of school support staff. Working closely with the Principal and Executive team, the position provides strategic advice on financial planning, budgeting, and workforce and business planning to support the school's operational and strategic objectives.
This role ensures effective financial management and reporting across diverse funding sources, while maintaining compliance with relevant legislation and Departmental policies. It also involves developing and monitoring asset management strategies for school facilities and resources, supporting corporate reporting requirements, and contributing to school and regional committees to ensure alignment with organisational goals.
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.
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
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Your application should include:
* A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
* A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
o Demonstrated high-level human resource management skills, including the ability to develop and/or apply human resource management practices and processes.
o Demonstrated high-level financial management skills, including budget preparation and the ability to understand and apply financial and accounting practices and procedures.
o Demonstrated high-level written communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
o Demonstrated experience in the application of high-level customer service principles and practices.
o Demonstrated experience in effective leadership of a team.
o Demonstrated ability to provide high-level human resource consultancy and financial advice in the development, implementation and management of business and marketing plans.
o Demonstrated well developed problem solving and risk management skills, including the ability to provide innovative solutions to strategic and complex problems and issues.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 41*** for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1034305
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 Wednesday, 22 April 2026
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