This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, ****.
At Como Secondary College, we are deeply committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment where every student is encouraged to strive for excellence and grow into a capable, confident young adult.
Our guiding principles – Integrity, Care, Ambition, and Effort, collectively known as The Como Way – shape every aspect of our school culture.
These values are not just words; they are embedded in our daily practice and reflected in the way we engage with students, families, and each other.
We place a strong emphasis on building positive relationships between staff, students, and families.
Our outstanding Student Services team, supported by a whole-school approach to pastoral care, ensures that every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to take risks in their learning.
We believe that effort leads to success, and we work to instil this belief in every student.
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The Role We are seeking an exceptional and innovative Head of Department – Mathematics.
The successful applicant would be accountable for the leadership, management, and performance of the mathematics learning area.
They should lead programs that support the learning and wellbeing demands of students engaged in intensive arts training, which is recognising that academic balance, workload management, and authentic mathematical engagement are critical to sustaining student participation and success across all year levels.
The role ideally requires the capacity to lead and manage staff delivering a range of courses and programs, ensuring consistent curriculum delivery, quality teaching practice, and improved student outcomes.
This includes leading performance management and development processes in accordance with Departmental policy and building the instructional leadership capacity of the team.




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.
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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 Alen Kursar, Principal, on ************ or emailing .
Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at 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 disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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Eligibility To work with us, you must: Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
Hold registration with the of Western Australia obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and consent to a 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 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 three (3) 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 qualified 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 ************** for assistance.
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.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 17 November ****.

📌 Head Of Department - Mathematics (Western Australia)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Western Australia