• Highly regarded independent girls' school - Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12
• Excellent opportunity in a dynamic environment
• Extremely well-resourced departments
• Full-time, permanent, new leadership position, commencing 14th January 2026

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 

The College is seeking a highly dedicated and experienced professional to assume the critical role of Head of Sport (Senior School). This new leadership position offers an exceptional opportunity to join our dynamic Sports Department and significantly contribute to providing high-quality, engaging sporting opportunities for our students.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership and Management The role involves providing high-quality administrative and organisational skills to develop, deliver, and lead multiple sporting programs across the Senior School, ensuring they are run efficiently and professionally.
• Staff Leadership and Coaching Development You will collaborate with the Sports Department to seek out, employ, and lead qualified coaching staff, including organising training sessions and providing evaluations to ensure a positive and high-standard learning environment.
• Student Pathway and Development A key focus is preparing students for competition through the development of staged programs, overseeing individual athlete development, and managing participation in representative pathway trials (IGSA, NSWCIS, etc.).
• Operational Oversight and Compliance This position manages the day-to-day operations of the Senior School sports programs, including scheduling, communication, data maintenance, managing risk, and ensuring all WHS and College protocols are strictly followed.

We are also looking for a candidate who has: 

• Extensive Experience and Qualifications: The role requires 5+ years of Sports Management experience, relevant tertiary qualifications, and current First Aid and CPR certification.

• Diverse Coaching and Management Skillset: Candidates must offer proven coaching and management experience across various sports, with high-level netball experience being an advantage.

• Superior Administrative and Communication Abilities: Demonstrated excellent organisational, administration, time management, and communication skills are essential for this role.

• Flexible Availability: Availability to work outside of regular school hours, including early mornings, evenings, Saturdays, and during non-term time for tours, is mandatory.

You will need to provide a Working With Children Check Clearance Number and date of birth. Information about obtaining a WWCC is also available when applying on our website. 

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

Applications close COB Wednesday 26 November 2025

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 a cover letter as the first page of your resume and the names and contact details of at least two professional referees.

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!