Head of House (Boarding House)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
26 August 2026
Posted 21 Aug 2026
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Year range
PP-12
School staff (FTE)
276
160.9 teaching · 115.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
10.1:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,623
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
16%
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Permanent Teaching role with the Position of Responsibility (Head of House - Boarding) - Full-time position commencing in Term 1 2027
Hale School is Western Australia's oldest independent boys' school. Located in the suburb of Wembley Downs, the current campus is situated on a magnificent 48 hectare site, approximately 13 kilometres to the north-west of Perth and two kilometres from the coast. Hale School is home to a vibrant boarding community, and we remain strongly committed to providing outstanding care and support to every boarder.
Hale School is seeking to appoint a permanent Senior Teacher with the position of responsibility as a Head of House (Boarding) to commence in Term 1, 2027. The House system is an important foundation of Hale School, facilitating quality pastoral care for boys in Years 8 to 12. All Heads of House are members of Hale School’s middle management team and therefore play an important leadership role within the School community. We encourage applicants with Senior School experience from all subject areas.
Each Head of House (Boarding) has a responsibility to contribute to the ongoing development of the pastoral care systems within the School and boarding and the development of strong working relationships. They are also responsible for fostering a strong identity for their House. Effective communication and rational decision making, ongoing collaboration and wise professional judgement are essential to this role.
The successful applicant will demonstrate knowledge and experience in the following areas:
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