This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

Halls Head College (HHC) is uniquely situated on the 'island' of Halls Head just south of Mandurah. The local intake area of HHC is south, close to the Waroona Shire boundary. The contributory primary schools are Glencoe, Halls Head, Falcon, South Halls Head and Ocean Road. The College provides a secondary education for students who live in the rapidly growing coastal strip, south of Mandurah.

Our College offers all students diverse choices, authentic opportunities to develop essential life skills and a rigorous, caring and safe workplace to learn and grow in. Our staff has a wealth of expertise, experience, and a genuine desire to constantly improve their practice to benefit all students.

Find out more about our school by visiting hallsheadcollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

The Head of Learning Area - Humanities and Social Sciences (HoLA) (HASS) is a key leadership role that supports the school’s vision for academic excellence, staff development, and a culture of care, pride and growth. The ideal applicant for this position is a passionate and knowledgeable educator who can lead a dynamic team of teachers in delivering high-quality, inclusive, and future-focused learning programs aligned with the Western Australian Curriculum.

Central to this role is the ability to foster a strong, positive and professional learning culture within theHASS department. The HoLA should lead by example, cultivating respectful and supportive relationships with staff and students, and promoting a shared commitment to high expectations and continual improvement. Through collaborative leadership, mentoring and targeted professional learning, the successful applicant would support staff in delivering engaging and differentiated programs that meet the needs of all learners.

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. Find out more about the advantages by visiting professional and personalbenefits.

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 Sharyn Wren, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9581 0600 or emailing [email protected].

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).

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA1072078

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, 24 November 2026

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📌 Head of Learning Area - Humanities and Social Sciences (Mandurah)
🏢 Central Regional Tafe
📍 Mandurah