Head of Department - Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS)

John Septimus Roe Anglican Community School (JSRACS) is a member school of AngliSchools. With an impressive academic record, extensive and successful sporting, music and co-curricular programmes, this vibrant community is an exciting and rewarding place to work.

JSRACS is a child-safe School and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full-time position
Commencing 1 January 2027

JSRACS is recognised for its commitment to educational excellence, innovation and student wellbeing. We are proud of our collaborative and supportive culture, where both students and staff are empowered to succeed. We are seeking an outstanding educator and experienced leader to lead our HASS learning area.

The successful candidate will bring demonstrated expertise in teaching HASS, alongside a passion for inspiring students, supporting staff, and driving academic excellence within the HASS curriculum in Years 9 to 12.  The Head of Department will also work collaboratively with the Middle School (Years 5 to 8) HASS Coordinator.

Ideally, the successful candidate will be able to teach Year 12 ATAR Geography; however, other suitably qualified HASS candidates are also encouraged to apply.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead a dynamic team of HASS teachers across Years 9 to 12, in the Senior School, fostering collaboration, professional growth and excellence in teaching practice.

• Provide strategic leadership and coordination of the Years 9-12 Humanities and Social Sciences programme, including senior courses in Geography, History, Business Management and Enterprise, and Accounting and Finance.

• Oversee curriculum planning, implementation and review to ensure alignment with the Western Australian Curriculum and relevant senior secondary course requirements.

• Use student achievement data and other evidence-based measures to monitor curriculum effectiveness, inform teaching practice and drive continuous improvement in student outcomes.

• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment with high expectations.

 Role Requirements

• Relevant teaching qualifications and current registration with TRBWA.

• Ideally, the ability to teach Year 12 ATAR Geography; however, other specialists are also encouraged to apply.

• Leadership experience or have demonstrated leadership qualities.

• Excellence in teaching and learning from Years 9 -12.

• Current knowledge and understanding of SCSA WA Curriculum.

• Experience in curriculum differentiation and modifying learning tasks to meet specific educational needs

• Outstanding professionalism, communication skills, relationship building and collaboration abilities.

• Ability to think strategically with a willingness to adapt to and drive change.

• Current Working with Children Check

 Applicants must be supportive of the objectives and ethos of an Anglican education.

 We Offer

• Competitive salary in line with AngliSchools relevant salary schedule

• Salary packaging

• Ongoing Professional Learning and leadership development

• AngliSchools Tuition fee discount for children of employees

• Health Partners: HBF, HCF, HIF, BUPA and Medibank

• Café & Gymnasium onsite

• Staff Social Club

The full Duties and Responsibilities Statement and JSRACS Employment Application Form are available on our website - https://www.jsracs.wa.edu.au/community/careers-at-jsr

How to Apply:
Applications must be emailed to: ••••@jsracs.wa.edu.au and include:

• Completed JSRACS Employment Application Form

• A cover letter

• Curriculum vitae, including the names of three referees

Only complete applications which address the criteria listed above will be considered in the selection process. This position is only open to applicants who have the right to work in Australia. The school reserves the right to interview and appoint a candidate prior to the closing date. 

Further details regarding the position can be obtained by contacting Mrs Christina Wallis, Associate Principal Senior School on 9247 2242.

Applications close 9.00am Monday, 14 September 2026