History Teacher

• Highly regarded independent girls' school - Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12
• Excellent opportunity in a dynamic environment
• Extremely well-resourced departments
• Permanent, full-time 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.

About the Role:

PLC Sydney is seeking an exceptional, dynamic, and collaborative History Teacher to join our high-performing team on a full-time basis.

Working with motivated and highly engaged students, you will deliver rigorous Cambridge International History programs alongside mandatory NESA History courses. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring historical inquiry to life in a well-resourced, forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Cambridge IGCSE History.
• Deliver the revised Cambridge International AS & A Level History syllabus.
• Plan and teach NESA mandatory History courses across Stage 4 and /or Stage 5.
• Design engaging, high-quality learning materials and assessments that stretch and support diverse learners.
• Collaborate actively with departmental colleagues to foster academic excellence and share best practices.

Selection Criteria:

• Formal secondary teaching qualifications in history and current NESA registration,
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in delivering Cambridge International History (IGCSE and/or A-Level) with high-level pedagogical skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of creating an inclusive, high-performing classroom environment.

You will be required to support the Christian ethos of the College.

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

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

Applications close COB Thursday, 10th September 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.

Please ensure you submit your resume and cover letter as one document for best results.

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

If you are a highly motivated and energetic individual looking for a career in a caring environment, then we would like to hear from you. Apply now!

Attachments:

• Teacher CMEA - Role Statement (3).pdf

School Details

• Website: http://www.plc.nsw.edu.au
• Principal: Paul Burgis
• Affiliation: Christian
• Teaching Level: Combined
• Gender: Girl
• 1500 Students
• 160 Teaching Staff
• 115 Non-Teaching Staff