This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

“Creating meaningful futures through education, relationships and opportunity”

Kiara College is a vibrant learning community located on the western edge of the Swan Valley. We are a proudly Independent Public School catering for Years 7 to 12 where we offer comprehensive and innovative programs that support students to achieve their potential. Students can follow an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), General or Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathways, preparing them for university entry, TAFE, or employment. Our partnerships with tertiary institutions such as UWA Aspire, ECU UniPrep and North Metro TAFE facilitate students’ success beyond school. We offer two Specialist Programs: Agriculture, with the benefit of working farm, and Basketball. Students are also able to study Contemporary Music.

We have a diverse student population of over 650 students who originate from over 20 different countries with a little over 30% of our students identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We celebrate and embrace our diversity with a range of programs and activities aimed at promoting respect for all, while we continue to strive to be a culturally responsive organisation. Our moral purpose encourages personal development while igniting a passion for lifelong learning where students are supported to embrace opportunity and aspire to excellence.

Find out more about our school by visiting kiaracollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

Kiara College is ideally seeking an innovative and dynamic Head of Learning Area (HOLA) – English to lead English education across the College. The successful applicant will ideally possess outstanding leadership, organisational and interpersonal skills, while modelling a positive and engaging approach to student learning.

The successful applicant would have the opportunity to join a committed leadership team focused on providing a supportive, inclusive and high-quality educational environment for all students. Kiara College is dedicated to developing students’ knowledge, skills, confidence and character through effective teaching and learning practices.

The successful applicant will ideally lead the ongoing development, implementation and evaluation of English teaching and learning programs across the College. They would promote an environment of active, positive and purposeful learning, while providing educational opportunities that enable students to achieve their highest potential.

Ideally, with effective interpersonal and communication skills, the successful applicant will work collaboratively with students, colleagues, families and the wider College community to achieve the best possible educational outcomes. The HOLA would play an integral role in modelling exemplary practice, supporting professional growth and building the capacity of the English team to maintain high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.

The English Learning Area is supported by a team of committed and dedicated teachers who deliver engaging and innovative programs across the secondary years. The successful applicant will ideally have the capacity to lead the delivery of high-quality teaching, learning and assessment programs, aligned with the Western Australian Curriculum and, where applicable, Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) courses.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

Want to know more?

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

For more information about this opportunity, please contact David Sullivan, Associate Principal on (08) 6235 7000 or David.Sullivan@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays please contact David Sullivan on 0458 785 259 or David.Sullivan@education.wa.edu.au.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more 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; and
• 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.

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

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position

• A statement of up to four (4) pages 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 a high level of educational outcomes for all students, (e.g., 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 your 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, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA1063630

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 12 October 2026