This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026
Katanning Senior High School (SHS) is a unique and distinctive secondary school located in the heart of the Great Southern region of Western Australia.
Our students engage in a challenging and comprehensive educational program within a caring and nurturing environment.
We are proud to foster a culture that values Respect, Achievement, Perseverance, and Tolerance.
We are currently undertaking a comprehensive school improvement program which includes significant investment in:
- Developing a reflective practice culture
- Embedding data-driven decision making
- Implementing high-impact teaching strategies
This is an exciting time to join our school as we build momentum toward excellence in teaching and learning.
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The Role
As part of the school improvement program, Katanning SHS is seeking a Head of Learning Area- English.
This newly created role offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of curriculum and pedagogy in a regional school committed to innovation and improvement.
In this leadership role, the successfu applicant would lead curriculum design and delivery within your learning area, displaying a strong understanding of School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) requirements.
You should champion instructional coaching and staff development to foster a culture of collaborative professional growth.
Promoting evidence-based teaching practices aligned with our instructional model, grounded in Explicit Direct Instruction and the Science of Learning, is highly regarded.
Embracing and championing the Positive Behaviour in Schools (PBIS) initiative to create a supportive and respectful learning environment is essential.
You should drive curriculum and assessment differentiation to address the diverse needs of students, and lead data-informed decision making by using performance data to guide operational planning and targeted interventions.
Additionally, modeling and cultivating personal attributes such as resilience, determination, and reflective practice is important.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking leaders who are passionate about curriculum leadership and pedagogical excellence, with the ability to build team capacity, inspire innovation, and lead change.
The successful applicant should display a high-level data literacy and a strong commitment to continuous improvement.
A dedication to inclusive education and differentiated learning is highly regarded.
Both experienced and emerging leaders who are ready to grow with ongoing induction and support are ideally suited for this role.
Professional Advantages
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:
- Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 a year
- 12 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
- Free relocation
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For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at or on (08) 9264 5154.
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 Ian Masarei, Principal on (08) 9891 1100 or emailing .
During the school holidays, please contact Ian Masarei on 0407 752 468.
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.
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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 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 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.
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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
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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 Monday,13 October 2025
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