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

Our English Department is known for its intellectual rigour, its collaborative culture, and its genuine commitment to inspiring a love of language and literature in every student. In this role you will teach across Stages 5 to 6, including our senior English courses (Standard, Advanced and Extension), and you will play a meaningful part in developing the critical thinking, creativity, and voice of our students.

With potential leadership opportunities on offer, this is an ideal position for an accomplished educator ready to take the next step in their career.

We recognise that outstanding teachers are often committed to their current schools and students. As such, we are flexible regarding the commencement date and welcome applications from experienced educators who may be available to join us at the beginning of 2027.

Click here for the position description. 

Our kind of teacher

You will display the following skills and attributes:

• Hold a current NESA accreditation and have an excellent understanding of the NESA syllabus 
• A willingness and ability to teach English across the various Stages 
• Experience teaching Stage 5 and 6 including Advanced and Extension courses
• Be a positive and collaborative contributor to a successful department committed to improving educational outcomes
• Be confident in differentiating the curriculum in the classroom
• Have a strong understanding of the application of technology to enhance learning
• Be a reflective professional engaged in ongoing development and research in relation to your practice
• Be committed to supporting student wellbeing

Your kind of school

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

We also have a range of benefits, including:

Competitive Salaries
Market-competitive remuneration for all academic, co-curricular, administration and professional services staff, with further allowances for co-ordinator roles and leadership responsibilities.

Financial Benefits
School fee discounts, discounts on places in our Early Years School for 0 to 5-year-olds, salary packaging, financial support for further study (subject to approval), and access to discounts with over 700 retailers and suppliers through the Pymble Discounts app.

Health and wellbeing support
Free confidential coaching and counselling, onsite preventative health checks, use of our pool and gym, various staff-led exercise groups and free annual flu vaccinations.

Social and community connections
Termly staff gatherings, whole-school Christmas party, book club, onsite parking, morning tea during term time, onsite cafes, lunch ordering service and a beautiful staff lounge and kitchen.

Family-friendly support
We walk the talk when it comes to supporting families at home in all their shapes and sizes, with above MEA paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements, breastfeeding facilities and family access to our library.

Professional Learning
Extensive opportunities including a welcome program for new starters, leadership programs, postgraduate study support, mentoring and professional learning grants. See Grow Your Career for full details.

Co-curricular 
No requirement to coach or participate in co-curricular sport programs (additional allowances paid should you wish to be involved).

Transport
Limited onsite parking. Close to public transport and nearby (street) parking, free local mini bus route.

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 close on Monday 24th August, 2026.

Successful candidates must comply with the NSW Teacher Accreditation Act and provide a Working with Children Check.

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.