About us: Geraldton Grammar School (GGS)

Geraldton Grammar School is a thriving independent K-12 school, located in Geraldton on Western Australia's stunning Coral Coast. Renowned for its turquoise waters, pristine beaches, relaxed coastal lifestyle and strong sense of community, Geraldton offers an outstanding regional lifestyle and exceptional opportunities for professional and personal fulfilment. The School is an inclusive and welcoming learning community where student wellbeing and academic growth are central to all that we do.

Guided by our values, we are committed to delivering a holistic and rigorous educational experience that nurtures independent learners, fosters character and resilience, and promotes respect, compassion and a genuine sense of belonging.

Child Safety Commitment

Geraldton Grammar School takes child protection seriously. All candidates for roles at Geraldton Grammar School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.

About the Role

Geraldton Grammar School is seeking an experienced and inspiring educator to lead our Humanities and Social Sciences Department.

The Head of Humanities and Social Sciences will provide curriculum, teaching and people leadership across Years 7 to 12. The successful applicant will lead the planning, delivery and continuous improvement of Humanities and Social Sciences programs, oversee assessment and reporting practices, support the professional growth of departmental staff, and promote high expectations for student engagement and achievement.

This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and forward-thinking leader who is passionate about Humanities and Social Sciences education and committed to developing students’ curiosity, critical thinking, inquiry skills and understanding of the world around them.

Key responsibilities include

· Providing strategic direction and leadership for the Humanities and Social Sciences Department.

· Leading curriculum planning, implementation and review across Years 7 to 12.





· Ensuring teaching programs, assessment practices and course documentation meet School and SCSA requirements.

· Promoting engaging, evidence-informed and inclusive teaching practices.

· Monitoring student progress and using achievement data to inform improvement strategies.

· Leading assessment moderation, reporting and departmental quality assurance processes.

· Supporting, mentoring and developing departmental staff.

· Building a team-oriented, accountable and high-performing team culture.

· Managing departmental administration, budgets, resources and records.

· Promoting Humanities and Social Sciences pathways, enrichment activities and community-connected learning opportunities.

· Teaching classes and contributing to the broader curricular and co-curricular life of the School.

Successful Candidate The successful candidate will demonstrate:

· A recognised teaching qualification and current registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia.

· Successful teaching experience in Humanities and Social Sciences, preferably across secondary year levels.

· Robust curriculum knowledge and an understanding of contemporary teaching, assessment and reporting practices.

· The ability to lead curriculum planning, moderation and continuous improvement in accordance with SCSA requirements.

· Demonstrated leadership capability, including the ability to build a collaborative team, establish clear expectations and support staff development.

· The ability to use student achievement data and other evidence to evaluate programs and improve student outcomes.





· Highly developed communication, interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skills.

· A commitment to student safety, wellbeing, inclusion and educational excellence.

· The capacity to manage departmental resources, records, budgets and competing priorities effectively.

Previous experience in a Head of Department, Head of Learning Area, curriculum leadership or other formal middle leadership role will be highly regarded. Experience teaching or leading senior secondary Humanities and Social Sciences courses, including ATAR or General courses, would also be advantageous.

What we offer

· A significant middle leadership opportunity within a well-established and growing independent school.

· Allocated non-contact time for department administration and leadership responsibilities.

· An applicable Head of Department allowance.

· A collaborative and values-driven professional community.

· Opportunities to contribute to curriculum improvement, educational innovation and whole-school initiatives.

· A supportive workplace committed to qualified learning and staff development.

· The opportunity to live and work in Geraldton, one of Western Australia’s most desirable regional coastal locations.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply via the Geraldton Grammar School website.

Please visit the Employment section of our website to access the full Position Description, which includes the Key Selection Criteria that must be addressed in your application:

https://geraldtongrammarschool.wa.edu.au/our-school/employment

Applications must include

- A current CV, and
- A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria

Applications close 11 October 2026 @ 5:00pm.

The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the recruitment process and may close applications early if a suitable candidate is found.

Geraldton Grammar School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all students and staff and is an equal opportunity employer.

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