Head of Art Department - Ongoing, full-time position commencing Term 1 2027

Hale School is Western Australia's oldest independent boys' school. Located in the suburb of Wembley Downs, the current campus is situated on a magnificent 48-hectare site, approximately 13 kilometres to the north-west of Perth and two kilometres from the coast.

Hale School is seeking applications from dynamic, enthusiastic, experienced and well-qualified teachers to fill this significant leadership position. The Head of Art is a key role in the School, providing effective leadership of the Art Department and with responsibility for establishing the highest standards of Art learning and practice across Years 7 to 12.

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

- exemplary teaching of Art, with experience of, or capacity for, teaching Year 12 Visual Arts (ATAR)

- a willingness to pursue avenues, within and beyond the classroom curriculum, that enhance boys’ engagement in, appreciation for, and capacity to produce art
- the capacity to lead and motivate others
- the ability to communicate effectively
- the ability to relate well to students, staff and parents
- a robust work ethic
- knowledge of, and interest in, developments in Art education
- proven ability to effectively utilise technology in the classroom
- proven ability to work as a member of a team
- an understanding of, and empathy for,



the learning needs and social, emotional and spiritual development of boys
- a firm commitment to independent schooling and a willingness to support the School’s values and Anglican traditions.

Applicants must have
- current registration as a teacher with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia, or be eligible for registration
- a current Working with Children (WWC) check.

For further information regarding the role, please refer to the attached Head of Art .

Applicants are asked to provide:

- a one page covering letter
- a CV outlining their qualifications and relevant experience
- the names and contact details of three referees, one of whom must be the current or most recent employer.

Note to applicants
- Hale School reserves the right to contact non-nominated referees prior to an offer of employment being made.

- Employees who have arrived in Australia within the last 12 months are required to provide Hale School with a Police Clearance issued by their country of origin within the 12 months prior to appointment, preceding appointment to Hale School. Documents are to be translated by a certified agent if necessary. The cost of this clearance is to be borne by the applicant.

Applications close: 5.00 p.m. on Wednesday 2 September 2026

📌 Head of Art Department (Scarborough)
🏢 Hale School
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