Head of Mathematics

Waverley Christian College; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Fees discount for staff

Paid parental leave

Flexible work

Wellbeing initiatives

Leadership development

Employee Assistance Program

Collegial community

Library supervision for staff children

Job summary

Waverley Christian College invites an experienced Head of Mathematics for the Narre Warren South campus to lead our Mathematics department from January 2027. The role combines classroom teaching with strategic curriculum and pedagogy development and fosters collaborative practice across staff.

The successful candidate will hold VIT registration, be qualified in Mathematics, and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills to support teachers and students in a faith-informed educational

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
• Experience teaching Mathematics, including VCE Maths Methods and Specialist Maths.
• Strong commitment to high-quality teaching, learning, and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Lead ongoing development of Mathematics curriculum, assessment, and pedagogy.
• Support and develop teachers within the Mathematics department.
• Lead the department culture to promote collaboration and growth among staff.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Mathematics teaching

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Teaching qualification

VIT registration

Job description

Waverley Christian College is a forward thinking and culturally diverse Christian co-educational school from Kinder to Year 12. We have been providing students with a quality Christian educational experience for over 45 years. With campuses in Wantirna South and Narre Warren South, Waverley Christian College has an enrolment of over 2400 students with 400 staff across both campuses in 2026.

The Narre Warren South Campus is seeking a Head of Mathematics to lead and develop our Mathematics department from January 2027. This is a full-time opportunity for a thoughtful and capable leader who cares deeply about the quality of Mathematics teaching and wants to help both students and teachers grow.

Alongside your own classroom teaching, you will lead the ongoing development of Mathematics curriculum, assessment and pedagogy, supporting teachers in their practice and fostering a collaborative department culture where colleagues share practice, learn from one another, and work together to support the learning and growth of every student.

You'll join a community of educators who are learners themselves, committed to professional growth, collaborative practice, and the shared calling of preparing young people to live out their faith and learning for the sake of others.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Is a qualified teacher and holds a current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
• Is qualified and experienced in teaching Mathematics, including VCE Maths Methods and Specialist Maths.
• Has strong curriculum knowledge and a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning
• Has a genuine interest in leadership and the capacity to support, encourage, and develop others
• Has high-level communication and interpersonal skills and can build positive, professional relationships
• Can show a commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education.
• Is willing to get involved in all aspects of the College's programs and opportunities.

Some of the benefits of working at Waverley Christian College include:

• A range of salary packaging options
• School fees discounts for staff whose children attend the school (after 12 months)
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work opportunities
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Career and leadership professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Friendly and collegial community to work with
• School aged children enrolled at WCC may be able to access free before and after school library supervision (time/space limits apply)

All potential employees will be required to comply with the College's Child Safety Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, and Student Wellbeing Policy. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. You will be expected to contribute proactively to a culture of child safety at the College.

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Quoting job number: 2026065

Waverley Christian College is committed to protecting the interests and safety of our students. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff are responsible for the safety, care and wellbeing of children.