Head Of Learning Area

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026
Warwick Senior High School (SHS) is a modern and progressive secondary school located in the northern suburbs of Perth.
Ideally situated, it is a school with a strong tradition of academic excellence together with a caring and supportive environment where students are given every opportunity to be successful in their chosen pathways.
The Role
Warwick SHS is seeking a dedicated and passionate leader to lead the Health & Physical Education Learning Area.
Working closely with the Principal and leadership team, the successful applicant should play a key role in shaping the school's vision, fostering a positive school culture, and driving excellence in Health & Physical Education.
The successful applicant should play a pivotal role in supporting staff development both individually and collectively, while ensuring accountability for day-to-day responsibilities and progress towards departmental and school priorities.
A strong emphasis will be placed on leading a culture of high performance and continuous improvement, demonstrating a clear commitment to the school's Instructional model and the effective use of performance management processes.
Warwick SHS offers approved specialist programs in Australian Rules Football and Netball, and the successful applicant should play a crucial role in promoting, developing, and managing these flagship programs.
The Health & Physical Education department delivers a comprehensive range of programs from Year 7 to Year 12, including Australian Curriculum, WACE, and VET courses.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions.
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
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.

Eligibility
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

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.
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 five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
Your CV will need to highlight the following selection criteria (1 & 2) as outlined in the attached JDF.

Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.

Please note that no written statement is required and shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
The remaining selection criteria can be found in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
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/SA994690
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, 10 October 2025

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