Head of Department - Mathematics

Perth Modern School · Subiaco, WA

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

Mathematics

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Secondary

Closing date

5 October 2026

25 days remaining

Posted 9 Sep 2026

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About Perth Modern School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

7-12

School staff (FTE)

132.4

105.1 teaching · 27.3 non-teaching

Students per teacher

14:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

1,472

Language other than English

72%

Girls vs boys

652 girls · 820 boys

44%
56%

Socio-educational background

Well above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description


This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

The commencement date may be negotiable for the succesful applicant.

Perth Modern School, a proud public secondary school, offering Western Australia's only fully selective program for academically gifted students in Years 7 to 12. The school honours the past, empowers those present and shapes the future for gifted and talented learners and leaders.

Staff emphasise the importance of connection and relationships in the process of listening, thinking and learning together. We partner with students, families, carers, and alumni, to successfully navigate change and improve student outcomes; a community where everyone belongs. In the early years, this means ensuring every student is known and understood, their needs and unique potential nurtured. As students progress, they are supported as self-motivated learners and leaders who are; courageous, curious, compassionate, committed and collaborative, encouraged to pursue their dreams, and resourced to achieve both academic excellence and positive wellbeing.

Find out more about our school by visiting Perth Modern School | Exceptional Schooling, Exceptional Students or Schools Online

The Role

As a key member of the administrative team, you will work closely with the Principal to provide educational leadership both within the school and the broader community. Your primary focus will be on developing and promoting the school's vision, encouraging active participation from school staff, community volunteers, and other stakeholders, all within the context of Mathematics learning ar…

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