Head of Learning Area - Humanities and Social Sciences Branch: Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School Division: Independent Public School - Goldfields Education Region Salary: Level 3, $132,143 - $144,601 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2021) This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 With a rental crisis and rising cost of living, moving to the country has never been more attractive, with guaranteed highly-subsidised homes available and substantial cash benefits to complement the lifestyle of Kalgoorlie, we look forward to your application for the Head of Department – Humanities and Social Sciences. Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School (CHS) was opened in 2006 and proudly offers secondary courses from Year 7 to 10. The school prides itself on an enrolment of over 900 students from a diverse range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, who all contribute to a vibrant and collaborative school culture. The school's committed student services team ensure excellent pastoral care and monitoring of students, with a dedicated student services coordinator and officer working closely with each year group. Dynamic teaching staff offer engaging delivery of both main curriculum areas and a diverse range of subjects and programs catering for students with a variety of interests and needs. The Role In collaboration with the Principal and members of the administrative team, the successful applicant will provide educational leadership in the school and the community by developing and promoting the school vision and encouraging school staff, volunteers from the community and others to share ownership of the school's vision and goals in respect of the relevant area of responsibility. The successful applicant should be student and relationship focused, highly motivated, reflective, and innovative. They will ideally display the capacity to lead within a vibrant learning community where students are engaged and motivated. They should have a commitment to improved results for all students, in a planned and strategic manner. They will ideally utilise their high-level skills and monitoring processes to support all students. Applicants should have an excellent knowledge of the Western Australian Humanities and Social Sciences curriculum and the ability to teach courses across Years 7-10, with expertise. They will ideally display exemplary teaching and learning practices, and the ability to lead a learning culture that ongoingly strengthens the capacity of their team. Professional Benefits Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy: Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10,210.00 a year Locality allowance of $432.00 a year 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays) More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leave Subsidised accommodation where applicable Minimum Requirements be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit. 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. Your application should include: A CV of up to four (4) 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 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). Demonstrated capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 22 November 2024
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