Santa Maria College is a leading Catholic girls' school, founded by the Sisters of Mercy with 1,300 students in Years 5 - 12 including 150 boarders.
We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Head of Visual Arts & Design. The successful applicant will lead a dynamic team committed to providing outstanding learning opportunities for their students.
This leadership role is a full-time ongoing position, commencing in Term 1, 2026.
The successful candidate will have a thorough knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum, together with the ability to lead the development of innovative learning experiences for students. Experience in teaching Year 11 and 12 courses is required.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
 - Commitment to our Catholic faith and our Mercy values 
 
 - A proven ability to provide effective leadership 
 
 - Exemplary knowledge and proven practice in contemporary teaching and learning of Visual Arts & Design including the ability to teach senior courses 
 
 - The capacity for creative thinking to ensure relevance and engagement of students in Visual Arts & Design. 
 
 - Ability to effectively guide the continued growth and development of staff 
 
 - Ability to foster positive relationships with students, staff and parents 
 
 - Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills to develop a collaborative team 
 
 - Expertise and confidence in resolving issues 
 
 - Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning 
 
 - Highly developed ICT skills 
 
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
 - Appropriate teacher qualifications 
 
 - Eligibility for teacher registration in Western Australia 
 
 - Working With Children Check 
 
The College provides an excellent teaching environment, promotes staff development and encourages innovation.
We offer an excellent learning environment where all students are encouraged to stive for excellence.
Our Mercy values provide the foundation of all we do and we have a strong Pastoral Care focus for staff and students.
Santa Maria is committed to providing a safe, supportive learning environment so that students can thrive.
The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Both men and women are encouraged to apply for this position.
Applications close Monday 10 November 2025 at 9.00 am.
Further information about the College is available on our website www.santamaria.wa.edu.au under ‘Careers’.
Your application should include:
 - Completion of the SEEK on-line Application. 
 
 - A full Resume. 
 
 - A letter of a maximum of two pages addressing selection criteria. 
 
 
