Please note that as of 9 March 2026, the commencement date and About The School has been amended
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026
Ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact on students' learning? Step up as our Head of Instruction – English and help shape the future of English education at Narrogin Senior High School.
Key Responsibilities
* In collaboration with the Principal and members of the administrative team, the Head of Instruction - English 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.
* Use the operational plan and effective change strategies, leads the school community to accept and develop opportunities for improved service in the area of student support services
* Facilitate workforce effectiveness and provides a role model for self-development to improve professional performance
* Contribute to the development of the school plan through participative decision making, including assisting in developing policy and establishing and maintaining systems
* Establishes and manages administrative and operational systems in the relevant area of responsibility to ensure the effective operation of the school within departmental policy and guidelines
* Manage programs, curriculum areas and/or portfolios relating to:
o Positive behaviour
o Effective teaching
o Strong attendance
o Personalised learning
* Undertake administrative duties related to the particular area of responsibility
* Is accountable for the effective daily management of a designated area of responsibility
* Liaises extensively with the Principal, Associate Principal, Deputy Principals and relevant specialist staff
* Establish and maintains effective working relationships with students' family and internal and external stakeholders
* Undertake a teaching role, as required
* Monitor and manage staff leave entitlements to ensure accrued leave is cleared within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with relevant awards, agreements and Departmental policy
* Manage staff performance in accordance with the Public Sector Performance Management Standard and Departmental policy
About The School
Narrogin SHS is a genuine comprehensive educational institution on a whole school improvement journey encompassing Fogarty EDvance, National School Improvement and Teaching for Impact. Our Business plan commenced in 2024 with a clear direction based on student outcomes. We have a strong academic focus that reflects the aspirations and desires of our contributory community, an outstanding sporting record, and a long-standing commitment to Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) program. Our diverse context also allows us to deliver a range of other programs to ensure we cater for students' abilities and pathways.
The nostalgic two-storey structure of the school has pride of place in the town and has been built on the highest point in the district, offering sweeping views of the town and the hinterlands. Our extensive school grounds include a Hospitality Trade Training Facility with a student-run café, a reasonably new Administration building, and dedicated Music and Performing Arts centres. Narrogin SHS draws students from all directions, including Boddington, Wickepin, Pingelly, and Wagin.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.nshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
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:
* Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $2 000 see info below
* 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
* 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)
* Subsidised accommodation where applicable
* Free relocation
Teachers and School Administrators employed at Narrogin Senior High School in 2026 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $2 000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.
The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au 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 Jordan Heil, Associate Principal on (08) 9881 9300 or emailing Jordan.Heil@education.wa.edu.au.
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.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
* 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 Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
* obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
* 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.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website 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 of up to three (3) 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.
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.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA1014871
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 Thursday, 19 March 2026
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