Manager Corporate Services

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026. Lynwood Senior High School (SHS) is a proudly diverse secondary school with a long history of serving its community and multi-generational families in the area. With an Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (ICSEA) of 994, Lynwood has around 52% Language background other than English (LBOTE) and over 60 different nationalities represented at the school. The school’s diversity and respect for difference is a feature, enabling our students to become positive, resilient, and confident about their futures. An Intensive English Centre supports the development of language skills for students new to Australia.

Our explicit values of Respect, Resilience, Inclusion and Personal Best are evident on campus, and are embodied by staff with a commitment to positive staff culture and student wellbeing. The school learning environment is extremely positive with a strong focus on student relationships through the Homeroom program, a House structure and a strong Good Standing Policy. Approved Specialist Programs in Soccer and Environment & Life Sciences (EaLS) supports a wide range of General, Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) pathways.

Find out more about our school by visiting lynwood.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

The Manager of Corporate Services plays a pivotal role in the effective administration and financial management of the school, ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures. This position oversees key operational areas including finance, human resources, asset management, and school support services.

The Manager of Corporate Services is responsible for preparing and monitoring budgets, managing procurement and contracts, coordinating payroll and leave processes, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. They also supervise Allied Professional staff and contribute to workforce planning, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.

In addition to operational leadership, the Manager of Corporate Services supports strategic planning and decision-making by providing timely and accurate advice to the Principal. They ensure the school’s resources are aligned with educational priorities and maintain accountability for compliance with relevant legislation and departmental standards. The successful applicant will ideally have high-level communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills, with a strong focus on service delivery, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement.

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 Emma Walker, Principal on 08 9354 0600 or emailing emma.walker@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Emma Walker on 0400 980 705.

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 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check 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 three (3) 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
  • Demonstrated highly developed skills and experience in managing corporate services functions in a large and complex organisation.
  • Demonstrated substantial knowledge and experience in financial management and budget preparation and an understanding of the financial regulatory framework, including the Financial Management Act, reporting and governance requirements of government organisations and other relevant legislation.
  • Demonstrated highly developed human resource management skills, including the ability to develop and apply human resource management practices and systems and in leading and managing staff.
  • Demonstrated substantial experience in the development, implementation, management and monitoring of strategic business, marketing and operational plans.
  • Demonstrated 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, 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 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS998007

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 Friday, 31 October 2025