Head of Department - Music

Southern River College · Gosnells, WA

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

Creative Arts

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Secondary

Closing date

22 May 2026

21 days remaining

Posted 30 Apr 2026

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About Southern River College

Enrolment

1,209

Total students

54%

Boys

46%

Girls

Staffing

76.6

Teaching FTE

43.1

Non-teaching FTE

ICSEA

941

ICSEA value

22nd percentile · Lower SES

Diversity

44%

EAL/D Background

13%

Indigenous students

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description


This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026

Southern River College (SRC) is seeking a highly effective, vibrant and innovative Head of Learning Area (HoLA) – Music to lead our Inspire Music program for years 7 - 12.

SRC is committed to appointing staff who are engaging and reflective practitioners for our school and community. With a school population of approximately 1200 and a diverse demographic with a strong multicultural influence. We have a strong commitment to delivering high quality teaching and learning experiences.

Southern River College seeks to create opportunities for all students progressing through their educational journey. With our ATAR pathway, general education and vocational programs we offer the scope for success for every child. Our Inspire programs in Lower School enables students to follow their passion with our Academic, Netball, Music, Soccer and Volleyball programs. Our STEM enrichment program is achieving noteworthy success with competitions both locally and interstate offering challenging, engaging and innovative technologies.

Our River Way is a pedagogical framework that ensures staff utilise Visible Learning and embed the DoE’s Teach for Impact resource. Our culturally responsive approach enables a safe, inclusive and supported learning environment that creates a sense of belonging. The Wellbeing Centre uses a growth mindset to support all students and where student voice is valued and affirmed.

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

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