Head of Learning Area – Science

An exciting opportunity has become available for qualified Christian educator to join our Secondary team in a full-time position at the start of 2026.

If you are someone who:

• has a passion for teacher and student growth and development
• has a strong understanding of the curriculum, assessment, standards, and reporting requirements defined by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority of Western Australia
• has a sound knowledge of teaching and learning from a Christian worldview,
• leads the team to collaborate and create challenging and inspiring learning experiences in Science, and
• desires to join a well-established Christian community,

you may be the outstanding educational leader we are looking for!

 

About Rehoboth

As the first Christian parent-governed school in Western Australia, we are pioneers of distinctly Christian education. Our rich heritage stretches back almost sixty years; we have learned a lot in that time, and continually seek ways to improve and innovative.

Rehoboth exists to partner with families in their task of nurturing and educating their children. You will be joining a team who really believe in their mission to lead students to think and live for the glory of God in every aspect of their lives.

 

About the Position

The Head of Learning Area will be responsible for leading and managing the effective operation of the designated Learning Area of Science at the Secondary Campus in Kenwick, Perth, Western Australia. An important focus is ensuring the effective delivery of a Christ-centred, developmentally appropriate Science curriculum from Years 7–12, grounded in a Reformed worldview.

The successful applicant will oversee the College’s curriculum design and implementation across all Science subject areas, ensuring alignment with the curriculum framework and the College’s mission. A key focus will be on fostering a consistent and coherent set of learning experiences that promote skill development, integration across disciplines and the use of diverse teaching and learning strategies.

The Head of Learning Area will also supervise and support teachers through professional development, performance management and curriculum planning. They will monitor classroom delivery to ensure high standards of teaching, assessment and reporting, while encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.

The Head of Learning area will be part of the Secondary leadership team and will contribute to College-wide initiatives, participate in Curriculum Team meetings and lead Learning Area contributions to strategic and operational plans. The role includes responsibility for managing the Learning Area budget and maintaining a positive, collaborative Christian culture within the team.

The ability to teach up to FTE 0.7 as a component of this senior role is stipulated.

 

What You Need to Succeed

Apart from the necessary qualifications, we look for people who are a great cultural fit. Rehoboth is a community of Christians – parents and staff alike – and we are all about supporting and encouraging each other in our spiritual walks and encouraging students to explore their faith and discover their God-given gifts.

To realise our vision of community, we take your active involvement in a local Protestant Christian church and ability to articulate your personal Christian faith as evidence of this.

Because of the deeply Christian nature of our College, we consider all staff to be role models to students, no matter what position they have. So, you will need to be able to demonstrate an impeccable Christian lifestyle.

You will also need to be an exceptional communicator and have an outstanding ability to work collaboratively with staff and students. This is where your pastoral heart and passion for teaching will shine.

Here are the essential criteria for the position:

• you must be actively involved in a local Protestant Christian church and be able to demonstrate an exemplary Christian lifestyle
• you must hold a TRBWA registration (Teacher’s Registration Board)
• you must hold or obtain a Working with Children Check
• you must hold or obtain a Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check that is no more than three months old, and
• refer to the position description for a role-specific description.

 

How to Apply

• head to our website and complete the Teaching Staff Application Form
• include a comprehensive resume
• include a cover letter that demonstrates experience in the ‘key responsibilities’ specified on page 3 of the Head of Learning Area position description
• include a letter of reference from your church pastor/minister (dated no more than 6 months old on letterhead), and
• provide a certified copy of your qualifications.

For more information on the role, please read through the position description on our website.

Applications should be addressed to:

Mrs Kylie Van Der Zee – HR Officer
Rehoboth Christian College
92 Kenwick Road, Kenwick WA 6107
Email: hr@rehoboth.wa.edu.au
Phone number: 08 9274 9910

 

The closing date is Friday 5th September 2025.