Vacancy: Head of Learning Area - Inclusion
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Head of Inclusion to join our College commencing in Term 3, 2026. This is a temporary, one-year appointment. The College also welcomes applications from candidates interested in undertaking this role as a secondment opportunity.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Deputy Principals, the Head of Learning Area - Inclusion, provides strategic, pastoral, operational and pedagogical leadership for inclusive education across the College. The role ensures that students with disability and diverse learning needs are known, valued, supported and challenged to achieve meaningful growth.
Your responsibilities as include leading:
- Student Learning, Access and Growth
- Support the Vision for Learning
- Collaboration with Staff and Families
- Leadership of Staff and Practice
- Operational and Strategic Management
We are seeking a passionate educator who can demonstrate their:
- Expert knowledge of inclusive education, disability standards, reasonable adjustments and contemporary practice.
- Experience designing, implementing and reviewing Individual Education Plans.
- Capacity to support teachers in curriculum adjustment, differentiation and Universal Design for Learning.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to work strategically and operationally.
- Sound judgement, emotional intelligence and the ability to make student-centred decisions.
- Commitment to Catholic education and the ethos of Sacred Heart College.
- Capacity to lead in alignment with the College Vision for Learning: Connect, Challenge, Grow.
- Commitment to the Catholic ethos and integration of Gospel values into learning and leadership.
Qualifications:
Essential
Minimum relevant qualifications either
- Undergraduate degree in a related discipline with a Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary)
- Bachelor of Education
Desirable
- Postgraduate studies in Special Education, Inclusive Education, or related field.
- Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School (or willingness to obtain).
- Extensive experience and training in working with learning difficulties and/or disability will be highly regarded.
For further information regarding this role, please contact Christina Schrader (HR Advisor) on 9246 8296.
Applications close: 4pm, Monday 25 May, 2026. Please provide a covering letter (two pages maximum) and a CV highlighting your suitability for this position. Please address all applications to the Principal, Mr Leo Di Gregorio.
Please email applications to: employment@sacredheart.wa.edu.au
The way we give back to our people: Sacred Heart College gives back generously to our employees with offers on many benefits such as our own wellness program, corporate healthcare rates, onsite weights and fitness studio and a very active social club.
Sacred Heart College prides itself of living the motto of ‘Always Striving Upwards’ our three key values of Courage, Compassion and Respect encompass what it means to be part of the Sacred Heart community.
Important Requirements
The successful applicant must fully support the objectives and ethos of Catholic education. Additionally, applicants are required to provide evidence of a current Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check prior to appointment.
