Job Description

This is a 12 month fixed term, full time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency Southern River College (SRC) is seeking to appoint a dedicated and highly motivated Head of Department (HoD) – Mathematics. SRC is committed to appointing staff who are engaging and reflective practitioners for our school and community. With a school population of approximately 1200 and a diverse demographic with a solid multicultural influence. We have a strong commitment to delivering high quality teaching and learning experiences. SRC seeks to create opportunities for all students progressing through their educational journey. With our ATAR pathway, general education and vocational programs we offer the scope for success for every child. Our Inspire programs in Lower School enables students to follow their passion with our Academic, Netball, Music, Soccer and Volleyball programs. Our STEM enrichment program is achieving noteworthy success with competitions both locally and interstate offering challenging, engaging and innovative technologies. Our SRC Way is a pedagogical framework that ensures staff utilise Visible Learning and embed the DoE's Teach for Impact resource. Our culturally responsive approach enables a safe, inclusive and supported learning environment that creates a sense of belonging. The Wellbeing Centre uses a growth mindset to support all students and where student voice is valued and affirmed. Find out more about our school by visiting southernrivercollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

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In collaboration with the school leadership team, the HoD - Mathematics will be an instructional leader providing educational leadership, building staff capacity with teaching and learning and committed to improving outcomes for all students. The successful applicant would possess highly effective interpersonal skills, strong leadership skills and have the ability to work collaboratively with an enthusiastic team of teachers to support best practice.

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You should have the ability to teach to an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) level and across all levels 7 to 12 and ideally lead with the following skills:

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- a deep knowledge of the Year 7 to 12 Mathematics curriculum
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- outstanding application of assessment and reporting practices,



which include a high level of data analysis skills to monitor the progress of students and classes
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- experience in planning and delivering programs for a range of students' capabilities.
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- actively supporting the school commitment to Explicit Instruction (EI), will be central to the position and the ability to differentiate curriculum delivery.
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- Understanding of Visible Learning principles.
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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. This may involve you reflecting and assessing the effectiveness of teaching practice and cultivating a safe learning environment. You would utilise 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 and the community to instil rigour, resilience and pride, allowing students to achieve to their full potential. Our SRC Way informs our vision and ethos. We use research and data to inform our practice so we can learn and grow together. High impact teaching strategies support our focus on excellence in teaching and learning. Visible learning enhances our capacity to understand our effectiveness and our progress. We engage our community to create real opportunities for our students.

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You will ideally display the following work related requirements:

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- Capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings;
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- High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes;
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- 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);
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- Capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources.
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Professional Benefits n

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.

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Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

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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 Frank Di Filippo, Deputy Principal on or emailing . During the school holidays, please contact Frank Di Filippo on .

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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.

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Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan for more details.

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To work with us, you must:

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- be an Australian or Recent Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
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- hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
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- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
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- 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.
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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).

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Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA 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.

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Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 29 October 2026.

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📌 Head of Department - Mathematics (Perth)
🏢 Department Of Education
📍 Perth