JUNIOR SCHOOL TEACHER Full-time, permanent position, commencing Term 1, 2027

PLC Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Presbyterian Ladies' College Sydney seeks a Junior School Teacher to join our vibrant campus in Sydney. The role focuses on fostering academic, spiritual and emotional growth in girls through evidence-based pedagogy and a supportive classroom environment.

Applicants should hold formal teaching qualifications and current NSW registration, with a commitment to Christian ethos and community involvement. This is a permanent, on-site position commencing Term 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• Formal teaching qualifications and current NESA registration are required.
• Demonstrated ability to design differentiated learning experiences.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum for NSW and Australian frameworks with differentiated programs.
• Create engaging lessons using diverse ICT resources to meet outcomes.
• Support student wellbeing and development across academic, spiritual and social areas.
• Collaborate with staff to refine resources, policies, and assessment/reporting.
• Engage in professional learning and contribute to co-curricular programs.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Differentiated instruction

Student wellbeing

Collaborative practice

Communication skills

Education

Formal teaching qualifications

NESA registration

Job description

• Highly regarded independent girls' school - Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12


• Excellent opportunity in a dynamic environment


• Extremely well-resourced departments


• Full-time, permanent position, commencing Term 1, 2027

About PLC Sydney:

Located in Croydon, NSW, Presbyterian Ladies' College Sydney is a Pre-K to Year 12 day and boarding school for girls, grounded in Christian values and widely recognised for its innovation, academic excellence, and commitment to care and inclusion.

With a proud heritage dating back to 1888, PLC Sydney is a school that honours tradition while embracing innovation, offering both the HSC and Cambridge A-levels. Named among the Top 100 Innovative Schools globally by Cambridge University, the College is deeply committed to helping young women discover their gifts, find their place and lead with integrity. Its vibrant campus culture fosters deep connection, lifelong learning, and a sense of purpose that is nurtured across generations.

Applications

PLC Sydney is seeking an adaptable and professional Junior School Teacher to join our vibrant Junior School on a permanent basis.

This role is dedicated to fostering the academic, spiritual, and emotional growth of girls through evidence-based pedagogy and a supportive classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Delivery: Apply sound knowledge of NSW and Australian curriculum documents to design and implement content-rich, differentiated learning programs.


• Active Learning: Promote an engaging classroom culture by connecting lessons to real-world contexts and utilising diverse ICT resources to meet educational outcomes.


• Student Wellbeing: Provide high-quality duty of care by knowing each student individually and supporting their personal, social, and spiritual development.


• Collaborative Practice: Work closely with colleagues to refine teaching resources, maintain course policies, and ensure consistent administrative excellence in assessment and reporting.


• Professional Engagement: Participate in professional learning, stay informed on contemporary trends in girls' education, and contribute to the College's co-curricular program.

Selection Criteria:

• Qualifications & Accreditation: Formal teaching qualifications and current NESA registration.


• Pedagogical Expertise: Demonstrated ability to implement best-practice teaching strategies that cater to diverse student learning needs.


• Communication Skills: Excellence in written and oral communication.


• Collaborative Spirit: A proven track record of working effectively within a team to produce high-quality programs and resources.


• Adapability: Readiness to engage in the full life of the College, including attending camps, excursions, and community functions.

Youwill be required to support the Christian ethos of the College.

You will need to provide a Working With Children Check Clearance Number and date of birth.

A Teaching Role Statementis available on the website when you click through to apply online.

Applications close COB Thursday, 1st October 2026.

The School will consider applications as they are received and therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. The School reserves the right to close the advertisement prior to the advertised date.

Be sure to include the names and contact details of at least two professional referees. Please upload your information as one document for best results.

Applicants must hold current Australian work rights. This position is physically based on campus in Sydney, Australia.