Head of Learning Area - English

Overview

Head of Learning Area - English (HoLA) at Eastern Hills Senior High School (SHS) is a permanent full-time leadership role that supports the school’s vision for academic excellence, staff development, and a culture of care, pride and growth. The successful applicant will lead a dynamic team of teachers in delivering high-quality, inclusive, and future-focused learning programs aligned with the Western Australian Curriculum and the school’s strategic direction as outlined in the Eastern Hills SHS Business Plan.

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

Responsibilities

• Foster a strong, positive, professional learning culture within the English department; lead by example and cultivate respectful relationships with staff and students.
• Lead collaborative planning, mentoring and targeted professional learning to deliver engaging and differentiated programs that meet the needs of all learners.
• Utilise student achievement data to drive decision-making, inform classroom practice, evaluate program effectiveness and implement targeted interventions; support staff in developing data literacy.
• Provide curriculum leadership with deep content knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and SCSA requirements, including ATAR, General and VET pathways; ensure programs are well-sequenced, inclusive, and aligned with whole-school priorities.
• Oversee operational aspects 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 as part of the leadership team.
• Model and promote the school values of Care, Pride and Growth in all aspects of leadership.

Qualifications and Experience

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education offers a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Further information about benefits is available through the department’s benefits resources.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity of our schools and the Western Australian community. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. Explore the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must :

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps :

Step 1 : Select Apply for Job; complete the online application form, including details of two work-related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2 : Attach your documents. Your application should include :

A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, contact the Department of Education’s Recruitment team at .

Advertised Vacancy Number : IPS / SA1002110. Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process.

Applications close : 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 31 October 2025.

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