Head of Service Learning

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 Head of Service Learning reports to the Head of Social Impact and is a key member of the Pymble Institute team. This role is responsible for co‑leading and implementing the design and delivery of the College’s service initiatives — including curriculum‑embedded service learning — in alignment with the College’s Service Framework. The position oversees multiple projects that collectively create a meaningful and sequential series of service experiences for students across the Junior, Middle, Upper and Senior Schools. These projects are developed collaboratively with students, staff and external partners, including the Uniting Church, and are designed to reflect the interests, developmental stages and opportunities relevant to each age group. The College is committed to fostering community engagement and encourages parents and carers to participate in service activities alongside their daughters. As such, strong communication and relationship‑building skills are essential. Curriculum‑based service learning projects will be co‑designed with relevant Heads of Learning Areas, guided by the College’s Teaching and Learning Framework. This opportunity will suit teachers with a passion for service learning, or an individual with experience in the not‑for‑profit, education or corporate sectors who has successfully designed, coordinated and delivered service or volunteer programs. The role is approximately 19 hours per week and has flexibility around hours and days. Click here for the position description. Our kind of team member You will demonstrate the following attributes and capabilities: Passion for service and community connections Experience in designing, coordinating and delivering service programs Experience linking schools with service providers, charities, and other organisations highly desirable Excellent time management and organisation skills Collaborative and flexible approach Self‑motivated with a desire to improve and streamline processes Exceptional attention to detail Effective interpersonal skills, including strong communication skills, written and verbal Willingness to support and promote the ethos and values of the College 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 highly competitive and commensurate with experience. We also offer a range of benefits, including: Training and professional development support Financial support towards additional studies, relevant courses, certifications, or tertiary study (subject to approval) Salary packaging options Discounted school fees (where applicable) Use of our Aquatic and Fitness Centre, with access to the Independent Fitness Passport Program 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 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 8th December, 2025. Successful candidates must provide a paid Working with Children Check prior to engagement. Equal Opportunity & Cultural Acknowledgement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr