Head of Department

1 week ago

Perth, Western Australia Carey Baptist College Full time $104,000 - $156,000 per year

The Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to head our dynamic Languages Department at Carey Baptist College, located at our Harrisdale Campus. Commencing in 2026 and reporting to the Assistant Principal - Curriculum, this exciting opportunity allows you to inspire and shape the learning experiences of students in either Mandarin or Japanese language studies, while fostering a love for linguistic diversity and cultural understanding.

We're offering a flexible opportunity at either 0.8 FTE (part-time) or 1.0 FTE (full time), with 0.2 FTE dedicated to Head of Department responsibilities. The remaining time is allocated to teaching, creating an ideal blend of strategic leadership and active classroom engagement. This role is perfect for educators who thrive in both guiding a team and inspiring students directly.

About the Role

As the Head of Department (HOD), you will be responsible for leading a dedicated team of language teachers and promoting excellence in the teaching and learning of languages across the school. You will play a key role in curriculum development, department management, and staff mentorship, ensuring that students have access to high-quality language education that aligns with our Christ-centered mission.

About Carey

  • We are a community of people with a deep desire to play our part in the story of God in the world.
  • We are a single community made up of different and complementary parts, operating across sectors, locations and industries.
  • We have a big vision - to see a world transformed by the love of God.
  • We are a people who strive to 'attempt the extraordinary' not for the sake of it, but because it matters.

It is our staff who make the difference

Working at Carey is more than just a career for our staff – it's a vocation that reflects their passion to see students flourish. We will continue to employ outstanding staff, recognising that it is the quality of our teachers, administrators and support staff who will make the difference at Carey. For an essence of Carey Harrisdale, see our Prospectus here.

Who you are

  • You mentor and support staff to help them develop into excellent teachers and future leaders.
  • You lead by implementing best practices in curriculum development and effective teaching strategies.
  • You collaborate closely with staff, pastoral leaders, and students to optimize learning and achieve holistic outcomes for students.
  • You effectively manage people, resources, and time to meet organisational goals.
  • You create and execute annual curriculum plans, analyse results, and address strategic goals for continuous improvement.
  • You are an inspirational communicator, engaging and motivating those around you.
  • You are a committed Christian who understands and demonstrates servant-hearted leadership; you are intentional in nurturing and empowering your staff and in creating an environment where others flourish.

We continue to employ outstanding staff who will make the difference at Carey.   If this is you please apply to submit your application, or reach out to at

We will review applications as they come in, so we encourage you to submit yours at your earliest convenience.  Please note, we reserve the right to close the advertisement prior to the advertised date

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