Head of Department - Mathematics and Science
This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency
East Kimberley College is one of the largest Kindergarten to Year 12 schools in the state with approximately 900 students enrolled. With almost 50% of enrolments being Indigenous, it also has the largest enrolment of Aboriginal students of any school in the State. The College offers all that one would expect in a larger metropolitan school yet has that unique friendly atmosphere typical of a rural community. Our College strives to ensure all students, regardless of ability or style of learning, are provided with the opportunity to reach their full potential in a positive, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
At East Kimberley College, our belief is that 'every student matters every day' and we foster our values through a recognised and respected ethos, 'Seek, Strive, Believe, Achieve'.
Find out more about our school by visiting eastkimberleycollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
East Kimberley College is seeking to appoint an innovative, motivated, and flexible Head of Department – Mathematics and Science to join their Leadership Team.
As the successful applicant, you should be highly motivated and student and relationship focused. You would utilise innovative initiatives and be able to work effectively and develop your dynamic team. You will support teachers to evaluate the effectiveness of their practice and cultivate, safe, inclusive learning environments. You would promote evidence based teaching practices whilst employing a range of assessment and reporting methods. Ideally, with effective interpersonal skills, you would work closely with students, teachers, families and the community to instil rigour, resilience and pride, allowing students to achieve to their full potential.
Our ideal applicant would lead a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and shared responsibility, supporting teachers to strengthen their practice and maximise outcomes for students. As a Head of Department, you will provide professional guidance across Mathematics and Science, lead curriculum planning, assessment and moderation processes, facilitate professional learning and use data to inform improvement and raise student achievement.
You will lead the review and development of sequenced teaching programs aligned with relevant Western Australian curriculum and senior secondary course requirements. This will include supporting differentiation and targeted intervention and embedding literacy and numeracy within both learning areas. You will support culturally responsive teaching, including meaningful connections to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:
- Country Teaching Program Allowance of $13 730 a year
- District Allowance of $7 436 a year
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
- Travel concessions
- Air-conditioning subsidy
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
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 Brycen Robert Godfrey, Associate Principal on (08) 9168 4400 or emailing Brycen.Godfrey@education.wa.edu.au.
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 four (4) page statement 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/SA1069666
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 Wednesday, 4 November 2026