This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027
Are you a passionate Home Economics leader ready to shape the future of food, textiles, and family and community education at one of Western Australia's (WA) leading public schools?
Carine Senior High School (SHS) is a large, co‐educational secondary school renowned for its strong academic achievement and exceptional pastoral care. We pride ourselves on being an Independent Public School, as evidenced by winning the WA Secondary School of the Year in 2017. With a high student retention rate, experienced staff, and an active School Council, Carine SHS represents the very best in government education.
The Role
Carine Senior High School (SHS) is seeking an enthusiastic and forward‐thinking Head of Learning Area (HOLA) – Home Economics to lead our Home Economics department from Term 1, 2027.
The department delivers a vibrant suite of food, textiles, and student, family and community courses across Years 7 to 12, supported by purpose‐built kitchens, textiles spaces, and a team of dedicated teaching staff and Home Economics assistants.
In collaboration with the Principal and members of the administrative team, the HOLA provides educational leadership across the school and the wider community by developing and promoting the school vision and contributing to a positive, inclusive school culture.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing active educational leadership in the ongoing development and implementation of a positive, caring and high‐performing learning environment across the Home Economics learning area and the broader school.
* Line‐managing and supporting the team of Home Economics teachers and Home Economics Assistants, including performance development, classroom support, professional learning, and timetabling considerations within the learning area.
* Overseeing the design, delivery and review of lower school electives and senior secondary General courses across food, textiles, and child, family and community streams, ensuring alignment with the Western Australian Curriculum and School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) syllabus requirements.
* Managing the Home Economics budget, consulting on the selection of resources and equipment, and contributing to the school's accountability and asset management processes – including kitchen and textiles equipment, consumables and ingredient procurement.
* Ensuring food handling, hygiene, and workplace safety standards are upheld across all practical learning environments.
* Building strong relationships with parents, local industry, and community organisations to enrich the Home Economics program and create authentic learning opportunities for students.
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 benefits by visiting professional and personalbenefits.
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.
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.
* obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
Application Deadline
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 4 June 2026
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