Head of Learning Area

4 weeks ago


Albany, Australia VenuesWest Full time

Overview

Division: Independent Public School - Southwest Education Region

Salary: Level 3, $137,428 - $150,385 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026

North Albany Senior High School (NASHS) is an Independent Public School committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students from Years 7 to 12. Guided by our ethos, Students are First and Foremost, we aim to deliver rich learning experiences that foster academic success and personal growth. We value respect, positivity, and courtesy, ensuring a harmonious environment where all members of our school community can thrive.

Guided by the motto Care and Diligence, NASHS offers a range of courses, including Vocational, General, and ATAR pathways. Students benefit from excellent facilities such as a music studio, performing arts theatre, and photography studio to enhance the learning experience.

NASHS is seeking a strategic, inspiring, and collaborative leader to join our dynamic team as Head of the Science Learning Area. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a committed group of educators in a school that values innovation, inclusion, and strong community partnerships.

The successful applicant will be a team-oriented leader who is passionate about engaging students through culturally responsive and future-focused learning. With a strong focus on Instructional Leadership, they will ideally champion contemporary thinking and initiatives such as Two-Way Science and Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) pedagogies, ensuring that learning is both academically rigorous and culturally meaningful. We highly value applicants with a deep commitment to inclusive education, with a focus on supporting the success of all learners, including those on university-bound pathways and those pursuing a range of positive post-school destinations.

At NASHS, we are committed to building a restorative culture that fosters respectful relationships, student voice, and a strong sense of belonging. The Head of Science will play a key role in modelling and supporting trauma informed classrooms and restorative practices, while also contributing to a positive and collaborative staff culture that values professional growth and shared leadership.

The successful applicant will work closely with the Leadership Team to continue our improvement journey, with a focus on creating and sustaining the conditions for high-quality teaching and learning in every classroom. They will help maintain NASHS as the school of choice for families in the Albany region by strengthening partnerships with parents, carers, and the wider community.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

During the school holidays, please contact Peter Hurle on 0423 294 696.

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.

- 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

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

- A CV of up to four (4) 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 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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA994337

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 Monday, 13 October 2025

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