Manager Corporate Services

About the role

Como Secondary College, an independent public school for Years 7 to 12 near Perth, is seeking an organised and dedicated Manager Corporate Services (MCS) to join its senior leadership team. The vacancy is advertised as a pool of permanent and fixed-term, full-time and part-time positions that may arise during the 2027 school year, with appointments possible at any time for vacancies starting then. The MCS works with the principal to support service delivery for the whole school community.

Key responsibilities

• Use financial management skills and strategic leadership to develop and deploy physical and financial resources
• Ensure occupational health and safety, systems management, compliance and implementation systems are in place to keep a safe working environment for staff and students
• Build capacity at all levels by collaborating with staff and implementing professional learning and performance management strategies aligned with the school's Business Plan
• Model leadership, professionalism and a commitment to exceptional customer service

Required profile

• Australian or New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment
• Valid Working with Children Check obtained before starting
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a current Screening Clearance Number from the Department of Education's Screening Unit
• Knowledge of or experience in a senior high school context is desirable

Required skills

• Highly developed financial management abilities
• Strong knowledge of the Financial Management Act and government reporting requirements
• Written and oral communication, interpersonal and negotiating skills
• Proficiency in human resource management
• Analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills

Applications are made online through the Department of Education's recruitment system, with a CV and a four-page statement addressing the selection criteria. The application closes on 19 November 2026 at 4:30 pm AWST.