Pymble Ladies’ College is a school of the Uniting Church in Australia for girls Kindergarten to Year 12 with boarding from Year 7. At Pymble, we foster a world-class educational environment with the importance of global citizenship and a worldwide perspective central to our strategic intent.  

We believe our staff, both teaching and non-teaching, are our most valuable resource. We are proud to have passionate and dedicated staff who recognise the unique strengths and qualities of every Pymble girl. 

The role

The Officer Commanding is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and some assistance with administration of the Pymble Army Cadet Unit. The Officer Commanding sets the Unit’s vision and goals in alignment with both the Cadet program and the school’s values, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment for all cadets and staff. This leadership role oversees training, welfare, operations, and community engagement, fostering cadet development as confident, responsible young leaders.

Ideally we are looking for an Officer Commanding AAC Grade 2 certified or the willingness to work towards these qualifications. This is a permanent, part time opportunity 19 hours per week. The role requires availability to work outside core hours, weekends and participation in camps. The availability to work on Monday afternoons 3.30-5.30pm is essential. 

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Our kind of team member

You will demonstrate the following attributes and capabilities:

• Willingness to support and promote the ethos and values of the College
• AAC Grade 2 certification or working towards
• Successfully completed the Army Cadets Commanding Officer Course desirable
• Previous experience working in a school cadet unit highly regarded
• Demonstrated leadership experience, preferably within youth development, education, or a comparable setting
• Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of cadet program structures, policies, risk management, and compliance requirements
• Exemplary organisational skills, with proven ability to multitask, coordinate events and activities, and meet deadlines
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to mentor, motivate, and inspire 
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive, positive, and safe environment for all members of the cadet unit
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders
• Willingness to undertake ongoing professional development and maintain current compliance training relevant to the role

Your kind of workplace

Pymble people are at the heart of what the College offers its students. That’s why every Teacher, Professional Services and Co-curricular staff member is valued for being the person they are, for the quality of their work, for their diverse contribution and for their wins – big and small. We express our appreciation in many ways, including through recognition programs, story sharing, celebrations, feedback, and competitive remuneration.

We treasure our caring, collegiate community, which Pymble people often refer to as the ‘Pymble family’. We also appreciate that our family is not the only one in the lives of Pymble people, so we ‘walk the talk’ when it comes to supporting work-life balance, providing family benefits and contributing to community connections.

Your kind of benefits

The salary for this role is competitive. We also offer a range of benefits, including:

• Training and professional development support to work towards qualifications
• Access to our Aquatic and Fitness Centre, with free Yoga and Pilates classes
• Discounted school fees (where applicable)
• A dedicated Staff Wellbeing team and regular social events
• Close to public transport and onsite or nearby (street) parking
• Access to Pymble Smart Spending, which is a retail discounts platform

We also provide a wide range of opportunities for Pymble people personally and professionally through growth strategies, career progression, access to the latest technology and best in class resources.

Our kind of process

To learn more about this position, the calibre of person we are seeking to appoint, what makes Pymble an excellent place to work and continue your journey of professional growth - please submit your application online.

Our process normally involves two rounds of interviews and reference checks. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date. Applications for this opportunity will close on Monday 21 July, 2025.

Successful candidates must provide a paid Working with Children Check prior to engagement.

Pymble Ladies’ College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workforce which represents the diverse society in which we live. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

We acknowledge the Durramurragal as the traditional custodians of the land on which our College is built. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future recognising the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.