Head of Learning Area

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This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2025. Coastal Lakes College (CLC) is seeking a highly passionate, innovative and strong Curriculum leader to fill the position of Head of Learning Area (HOLA) English.

CLC sees itself as a hub within its community. As the successful applicant you will ideally possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with all members of the college community – students and their families, staff, local primary schools and the wider community.

For more information about the school, visit or School Online.

As HOLA - English, your primary role will be to lead staff in the effective implementation of the English Curriculum and the implementation of the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) courses across the learning area in our Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) , General and Vocational Directions Pathway Programs.

You will facilitate high quality teaching and learning outcomes through: leading engaging and contemporary English programs and assessments, innovative curriculum delivery, the consistent implementation of the CLC Teaching, Learning & Assessment Framework and meaningful performance development with your staff. You will ideally model and promote a culture of ongoing learning, self-reflection and personal growth as the leader of the English learning area.

You will liaise with students, parents, the Principal and broader College Executive, other Heads of Learning Area and relevant specialist staff to lead the priority areas of the College, to ensure success for all students – an essential foundation of the College ethos. The successful applicant will ideally be collaborative, relationship-focussed and able to demonstrate the necessary personal attributes and skills required to lead a team effectively and to collectively improve student learning and achievement outcomes.

We are an Inclusive College with education support students accessing all curriculum areas in all year levels. At CLC our culture is one of innovation, collaboration and a shared commitment to improvement and the successful applicant's leadership approach and values will align strongly with the College.

Knowledge and skills in leading literacy development and improvement outcomes across the English learning area and/or at the whole-school level is desirable.

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.

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 Paul Cooke, Principal, on or emailing

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, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan for more details.

To work with us, you must:

1. be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
2. hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
3. obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
4. 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.

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).

1. Step 1: Select Apply for Job. Complete the online application form, including details of two work-related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
2. Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include:
   • A CV of up to five pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
   • A four page statement addressing the following selection criteria 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
   • Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (e.g., Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs)
   • Demonstrated capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources

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 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA991425

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, 12 September 2025.

1. Seniority level: Director
2. Employment type: Full-time
3. Job function: Human Resources
4. Industries: Education Administration Programs