Manager Corporate Services Branch : Busselton Division : Independent Public School - Southwest Education Region Salary : Level 5, $98,918 - $108,027 per annum (pro‑rata) (DOE (SSO) CA 2024) Work Type : Permanent – Full Time FTE : Location : Busselton Closing Date : 2025‑12‑03 4 : 30 PM
This is a permanent full‑time position commencing Term 1, 2026.
Busselton Senior High School (SHS) is a thriving Independent Public School located in the picturesque coastal town of Busselton in the South West of Western Australia. Our school is proud of its robust sense of community and commitment to providing an inclusive, enriching educational experience for all students.
As an Independent Public School, we have the flexibility, within the Department of Education system, to make local decisions that best support student success, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and opportunities for life beyond school. Our dedicated staff – including teachers and allied professionals – are passionate about fostering a positive and engaging learning environment where diversity is embraced, and every student is valued.
The Role We are seeking a strategic leader for the role of Manager Corporate Services (MCS), which comes with an entitlement to the school vacation periods. You will be a crucial part of our executive leadership team and play a key role in the strategic and operational management of our school. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering high‑quality corporate services that support student success.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management – ensuring sound financial planning and oversight using the Schools Resourcing framework.
Human Resources & Administration – leading effective workforce planning and school administration processes.
Buildings & Asset Management – managing facilities, resources, and capital or minor works projects.
ICT Management – ensuring effective use of information and communication technology across the school.
Promotions & Public Relations – enhancing the school’s profile and engagement with the community.
About You
An experienced strategic leader with a proven ability to manage change and drive continuous improvement.
An exceptional communicator with strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships across the school community.
A collaborative team leader, able to foster a strong team ethos within the Administration Support Team.
Knowledgeable in relevant legislation, governance, and reporting requirements, ensuring compliance and best practices.
We highly value applicants who can display initiative, problem‑solving skills, and a proactive approach to managing the corporate operations of a busy school environment. You will play a key role in ensuring the school runs smoothly and efficiently, allowing our educators to focus on student learning and success.
If you are a results‑driven professional with a passion for education and corporate leadership, we encourage you to apply.
Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
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 website 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 screening clearance 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).
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.
Step 2 : Attach your documents 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 statement up to five (5) pages addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF.
Demonstrated high‑level human resource management skills, including the ability to develop and / or apply human resource management practices and processes.
Demonstrated high‑level financial management skills, including budget preparation and the ability to understand and apply financial and accounting practices and procedures.
Demonstrated high‑level written communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Demonstrated experience in the application of high‑level customer service principles and practices.
Demonstrated experience in effective leadership of a team.
Demonstrated ability to provide high‑level human resource consultancy and financial advice in the development, implementation and management of business and marketing plans.
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.
Advertised Vacancy Number : IPS / SS1009899
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 (AWST) on Wednesday, 3 December 2025.
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