Head of Learning Area - English

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

We are seeking to establish appoint a Head of Learning Area (HoLA) – English for a permanent position commencing in Term 1, 2027.

Morley Senior High School’s (SHS) vision is to celebrate diversity and cater for the needs of all students, with the goal of everyone achieving their personal best. Education at Morley SHS is a partnership between staff, students, parents and the wider community. We recognise and celebrate our cultural and ethnic diversity and promote understanding through our academic and extra-curricular endeavours.

We value and promote personal and social responsibility, as well as student leadership. Students in Years 7 to 10 have access to engaging programs, including two Department of Education approved specialist programs; Aviation Academy and the Media Arts Design Academy. In addition to these we also have the school-based merit selected Performance Plus program and Soccer Academy, as well as operating our Intensive Language Centre.

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

The Role

The successful applicant would lead a high-performing English team, fostering a positive school culture, and driving excellence in teaching and learning across Years 7 to 12. Ideally, with a strong commitment to staff development, the HoLA would support and mentor teachers to build capacity, promote best practice, and ensure continuous improvement aligned with the school’s pedagogical framework.

 A key component of this role is the leadership of our highly successful Intensive Langu…