At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Health and Physical Education department, driving excellence in teaching and student engagement.
- Company: Department of Education WA, committed to inclusive and diverse education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work, extensive training, and generous leave provisions.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with great career growth opportunities in a vibrant community.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives while fostering a culture of success and improvement.
- Qualifications: Leadership experience in education and a passion for student wellbeing and achievement.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
As the Head of Department – HPE, you will be a key member of the school's leadership team, working closely with the Principal and Executive team to drive excellence in teaching, learning, and student engagement. You will provide strategic and instructional leadership across the HPE learning area, supporting and developing staff to deliver high‑quality teaching and learning programs that maximise student achievement. Through coaching, collaboration, and professional learning, you will foster a culture of high expectations, continuous improvement, and collective success.
The successful applicant will lead curriculum planning and implementation, ensuring programs remain engaging, contemporary, and responsive to student needs. You will play an important role in staff development, performance growth, and the sharing of effective practice across the department. As a leader within the school, you will contribute to whole‑school improvement initiatives, strategic planning, and decision‑making processes. You will also champion opportunities that promote student participation, wellbeing, achievement, and engagement through a broad range of curricular and extracurricular experiences.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well‑being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Key benefits you will enjoy include:
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10,210 a year
- Attraction and Retention Initiative of $4,000 a year
- District allowance of $2,354 a year
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
- Annual travel allowance
Teachers and school administrators employed at Kalgoorlie‑Boulder Community High School in 2025 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $4,000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
To work with us, you must:
- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- Obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form.
Vendor and Vacancy Information
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA1049524
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 26 June 2026
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
Head of Department – Health and Physical Education in Kalgoorlie employer: Department of Education WA
At Kelmscott PS, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive educational environment. As a Deputy Principal, you will benefit from competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and ample opportunities for professional development, all while contributing to a school culture that values tradition and innovation. Join us in shaping the future of education in a community that celebrates diversity and encourages growth.
Contact Details:
Department of Education WA Recruitment Team
