Head of Learning Area - English
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
English
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
15 September 2026
Posted 4 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
181.5
127.3 teaching · 54.2 non-teaching
Students per teacher
14.6:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,854
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
48%
Girls vs boys
883 girls · 971 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027
At Ashdale Secondary College (SC) there is a clear focus on high standards of student achievement. Systematic assessment and reporting procedures are carried out at the highest level, confirming performance and guiding the setting of future targets for the school. The College teaching staff has a key role in school planning processes including: the analysis of student performance data, development of performance and improvement plans and application of an evidence based approach to student performance.
Students at Ashdale are equipped with, and confident in the use of, new blends of skills and knowledge necessary to achieve their individual potential throughout their lives. They develop the capabilities necessary for healthy living and lifelong learning. They build social and emotional resilience, supported by clear, ethical and effective pastoral care. This ensures students are given the opportunities to develop the confidence they need to play an active part in the life of their school, family, community and nation while being successfully prepared for future transitions from home to school to work or further study.
Find out more about our school by visiting ashdalesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Ashdale Secondary College (SC) is seeking an innovative and dynamic Head of Learning Area (HoLA) - to lead English Education across the College. The successful applicant will ideally possess outstanding leadership, organisation and interpersonal skills, whilst modelling a positive approach to student learning.
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