Director of Academic Programs
2 weeks ago
The Head of Learning Area - English is a key leadership position at a senior high school that supports the school's vision for academic excellence, staff development, and a culture of care, pride, and growth.
The ideal applicant is a passionate and knowledgeable educator who can lead a dynamic team of teachers in delivering high-quality, inclusive, and future-focused learning programs aligned with the Western Australian Curriculum.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Foster a strong, positive, and professional learning culture within the English department; lead by example; cultivate respectful and supportive relationships with staff and students, and promote a shared commitment to high expectations and continual improvement.
- Use student achievement data to drive decision-making; lead collection, analysis, and interpretation of data across the English learning area; inform planning, evaluate program effectiveness, and implement targeted interventions; support staff in developing data literacy.
- Provide curriculum leadership with deep content knowledge and familiarity with the Western Australian Curriculum to ensure programs are well-sequenced, compliant, inclusive, and responsive to student and community needs; align curriculum delivery with whole-school priorities.
- Oversee the effective functioning of the English department, including assessment and reporting processes, resource management, budgeting, and staff coordination; contribute to whole-school planning, policy implementation, and improvement initiatives.
Selection Criteria
- 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, including Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds, and students with special needs;
- Demonstrated capacity to manage staff, physical, and financial resources;
Eligibility Requirements
- 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 starting;
- 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 starting;
Application Process
Apply online in two easy steps: Step 1: Select Apply for Job, complete the online application form, including details of two work referees, preferably one being your current line manager;
Step 2: Attach your documents, including a CV of up to four pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position, and a four-page statement addressing the selection criteria;
Benefits
- Working for the Department of Education will offer competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions;
- The Department of Education is committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community;
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