Head of Learning Area - Humanities and Social Sciences

This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency

Katanning Senior High School (SHS) is a unique and distinctive secondary school located in the heart of the Great Southern region of Western Australia, only 2.5 hours from Perth. 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

Find out more about our school by visiting katanningshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

As part of the school improvement program, Katanning SHS is seeking a Head of Learning Area - Humanities and Social Sciences. This 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, you will ideally:

• Lead curriculum design and delivery in your learning area, with a strong understanding of School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) requirements.
• Champion instructional coaching and staff development, fostering a culture of collaborative professional growth.
• Promote evidence-based teaching practices, using our instructional model grounded in High-Impact Teaching Strategies.
• Actively embrace and champion our Positive Behaviour in Schools (PB…