Head of Learning Area

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 in Albany, Western Australia, providing secondary education from Year 7 to Year 12. NASHS focuses on helping students achieve personal excellence and engage in a changing world, guided by the motto Care and Diligence with a range of courses including Vocational, General, and Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) pathways. Facilities include a music studio, performing arts theatre, and photography studio.

NASHS invites applicants for the role of Head of the Mathematics Learning Area, a strategic, inspiring, and collaborative leadership position.

The Role

The successful applicant will lead a dedicated group of educators, demonstrating high-quality instructional leadership and a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning across the Mathematics department. The role supports all students, including those requiring additional support and those pursuing university entry, with the ability to teach ATAR Mathematics Methods and Specialist courses desirable.

Applicants should demonstrate experience with trauma-informed and restorative practices to create safe, inclusive learning environments, and a strong understanding of STEM pedagogies with a commitment to culturally responsive practices, particularly for Aboriginal students and families.

The Head of Mathematics will model, sustain, and strengthen a restorative culture, contribute to a positive staff culture, and support professional growth, shared leadership, and high expectations. Collaboration with the Leadership Team will focus on sustaining high-quality teaching and learning in every classroom and strengthening partnerships with parents, carers and the wider community to maintain NASHS as a school of choice in the Albany region.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education offers a range of benefits designed to support professional and personal well-being, including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and leave provisions. Key benefits include:

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

Further details are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce. Applications are welcome from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion details are provided in our resources.

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

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 pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A four-page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in diverse educational settings
- High level of interpersonal and public relations skills
- Demonstrated professional knowledge and ability to apply this knowledge to achieve educational outcomes for all students
- Demonstrated capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources

It is recommended you have attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support, contact the Department of Education’s Recruitment team.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA994339

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

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