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Overview

Position: Head of Learning Area - Mathematics, John Forrest Secondary College

Location: Morley, Western Australia

Agency: Department of Education

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

Type: Permanent - Full Time

Commencement: Term 1, 2026

John Forrest Secondary College and the North Metropolitan Education Region are committed to delivering exceptional learning experiences and fostering staff growth with strong professional development opportunities. The college values education, diversity and inclusivity, offering a broad range of curricula and co-curricular activities.

The college has completed extensive redevelopment, providing an outstanding teaching and learning environment. A new Business Plan is under development.

The Role

The HOLA Mathematics leads the Mathematics team, supports and mentors teachers to build capacity, promotes best practice, and drives continuous professional improvement and team effectiveness. The successful applicant will:

- Demonstrate high-level interpersonal and communication skills in leading others with a forward-thinking approach to curriculum and instructional practice.
- Lead strategic planning, performance development, and data-informed decision-making.
- Ensure understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum, including ATAR, General and Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathways, and a commitment to inclusive and differentiated learning.
- Translate the college’s priorities into a responsive, improvement-focused Learning Area Operational Plan.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education provides benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. For more information about benefits, refer to the professional and personal benefits section in the attached package.

Want to know more?

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

Contact information: During school holidays, please contact Denise Robinson on 0439 843 252.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity of our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. See the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion information in the attached plan for details.

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.
- hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start
- 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.

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

1. Step 1: Select Apply for Job
2. Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

- A CV of up to four 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 high educational outcomes for all students, including 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 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, contact the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA990675

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 13 October 2025

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