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Manager Corporate Services Piara Waters Senior High School Permanent fulltime position commencing as soon as possible. Piara Waters SHS is situated in the beautifully landscaped suburb of Piara Waters, approximately 25km south of Perth. The school is surrounded by lush greenery and will be part of the vibrant, multicultural community of Piara Waters. The school commenced with Year 7 students in 2023, and will be adding each year until it reaches Year 12 in 2028. Our students are living in a rapidly changing world, and they need the skills to adapt and change with it. A diverse curriculum offering traditional and innovative programs, combined with innovative approaches to learning and teaching, will equip students to develop the skills to confront, adapt and thrive in a competitive and dynamic future world. Specialist staff provide individual support focused on wellbeing and education of the whole child. Piara Waters SHS is inclusive; highly skilled staff dedicated to ensuring every young person exceeds expectations and achieves at their highest level. Find out more at piarawatersshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online. The Role Piara Waters SHS seeks an organised and dedicated Manager Corporate Services (MCS) to join their leadership team. As an integral part of the senior leadership team, you will be a strategic thinker desiring to impact the school and community through innovation, leadership, and excellence in corporate business systems and service provision. Utilising outstanding financial management and strategic leadership, you will develop and deploy physical and financial resources to deliver services for the school community. Modelling exemplary leadership, professionalism, and commitment to exceptional customer service, you and your team will significantly contribute to student outcomes and a positive school experience. You will work with the principal to ensure occupational health and safety, systems management, compliance and implementation systems maintain a safe working environment for staff and students. Knowledge and experience in a senior high school context desirable. As MCS you will build capacity at all levels, support and collaborate with staff, implement professional learning and performance management strategies, empowering all staff to realise potential whilst improving accountability to the schools Business Plan objectives. Ideal candidate: a high performer with successful leadership and management experience and strong professional knowledge, capable of building and sustaining a culture of excellence across all operations. Plan strategically to identify innovative and practical solutions to problems and challenges. Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). Contact Carol Daniels, Principal, (08) 6174 2777 or [email protected] for more information. Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity of our schools and the Western Australian community. Applications are encouraged 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 20212025 for details. Eligibility Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with work rights for the term of the appointment. Obtain a valid Working With Children Check before starting. Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number from the Department of Educations Screening Unit before starting. Additional eligibility and training requirements are in the attached JDF. Application Instructions Select Apply for Job Complete the online application form, including details of two workrelated referees, preferably one being your current line manager. Attach your documents Include a CV up to three pages outlining employment history and professional learning summary relevant to the position. Attach a fourpage statement addressing selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF, including: Demonstrated skills in managing corporate services functions in a large complex organisation. Demonstrated knowledge in financial management and budget preparation, understanding of Financial Management Act and reporting and governance of government organisations and relevant legislation. Demonstrated highly developed human resource management skills, including the ability to develop and apply HR practices and systems in leading and managing staff. Demonstrated substantial experience in developing, implementing, managing and monitoring strategic business, marketing and operational plans. Highly developed written, verbal and interpersonal skills, including the ability to consult, collaborate and negotiate effectively with a wide range of individuals at all levels. Demonstrated substantial research, conceptual and risk management skills, providing innovative solutions to strategic and complex problems and issues. Attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job is recommended. Late applications will not be accepted. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. For technical support on submitting your application, call the Department of Educations Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127. Applications close 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 3 November 2025 Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1001928 Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies within the next 12 months following this selection process. 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