Head of Learning Area - Science

Department of Education; Newman; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Newman Senior High School, part of the Department of Education in Western Australia, seeks a key leader to drive science and STEM across the school. You will contribute to whole-school priorities and lead the science team to foster high-quality teaching and student outcomes.

You will work with staff, community partners and stakeholders to expand opportunities for students while aligning with school improvement priorities.

Qualifications

• Must hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia.
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number before you start.
• Job Description Form (JDF) available for full details.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of whole-school priorities, including a growing focus on STEM.
• Lead and support a cohesive, high-functioning Science team.
• Collaborate with staff, community partners and stakeholders to strengthen opportunities for students.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Curriculum development

Education

Registration with Teacher Registration Board of WA

Job description

As a key member of the school leadership team, the role will contribute to whole-school improvement priorities while leading the continued development of a cohesive, high-functioning Science team.

At Newman SHS, you will join a committed team that is already achieving positive outcomes for students.

Key responsibilities

• The role will contribute to the development and implementation of whole-school priorities, including the school’s growing focus on STEM, and will work collaboratively with staff, community partners and relevant stakeholders to strengthen opportunities for students.
• Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

What you need

• hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia.
• 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.