Academic Head of Social Science
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Job Location:
Castle Hill - Australia
Yearly Salary:
$ 100000 - 120000
Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Oakhill College is an Independent Catholic Secondary School in the Lasallian tradition located in Castle Hill NSW. The College has an enrolment of approximately 2250 students with boys in Years 7 to 10 and a co-educational setting in Years 11 and 12. Oakhill offers a wide range of subject choices and extra-curricular activities fostering the holistic development of each student.
We value the well-being of our addition to access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and discounted gym memberships through Fitness Passport we offer a range of employee benefits including paid parental leave generous long-service leave annual flu vaccinations and ongoing opportunities for professional development.
Applications are invited for the following position.
Academic Head of Social Science
(Geography Legal Studies Society & Culture)
Co-Ordinator 2 Position
Commencing January 2026
The appointment is a permanent teaching post while the 2-point Coordinator role for an initial period of up to 3 years renewable by mutual agreement.
We are seeking to appoint an innovative and highly skilled Academic Head of Social Science to lead Geography Legal Studies & Society and Culture. The successful applicant will display excellent leadership communication skills and classroom experience.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate knowledge of and experience in the areas listed below:
Key duties and responsibilities:
Experience teaching two or more of Geography Legal Studies and Society & Culture
Team Leadership (leading learning)
Implementation of new syllabi
Use of data to improve teaching and learning
Developing a climate of excellence and rigour
Vision
Staff Development
Communication with Parents and Students
Administration of a Faculty
A thorough knowledge of research based current pedagogy
Demonstrated success in Social Science program development
Outstanding organisational skills ability and stamina to work in multiple teaching and performance environments
Willingness to contribute to the co-curricular life of the College e.g. Masses and events
The successful applicant will:
Hold a degree with a specialisation in social sciences
Demonstrate a clear understanding and commitment to the Mission of the Catholic School
Be supportive of the Lasallian ethos of the College
Have an ability to relate to girls and boys with a practical knowledge of boys education issues and initiatives in the foundation years (Stage 4 and 5)
Be committed to professional growth and development of excellence.
How to Apply:
Application Must Be Made On-Line Via the College Website
Oakhill College is committed to child safety and Safeguarding Standards and the health safety and wellbeing of our students staff and school community. Rigorous checks will be conducted prior to confirmation of employment including: NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) National Police Check references background identity work rights Covid-19 vaccination and statutory checks.
Applications close at 9:00 am on Monday 9th February 2026
Please note:
We will consider candidates as they apply and encourage early may commence prior to the closure date.
No recruitment agencies please.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Acting
- Microsoft Office
- Academics
- Academics support
- College Tutoring
- General Management
- Communication
- Faculty
- Administrative Services
- Courses
- Teaching/Lecturing
- Education
- Student Learning
- Administration And Secretarial
- Office Management
