- Highly regarded independent girls' school - Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12
- Excellent opportunity in a dynamic environment
- Extremely well-resourced departments
- Casual position, commencing Term 3, 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
PLC Sydney is seeking an exceptional, highly accredited Head Volleyball Coach to lead, design, and elevate our Volleyball Program. If you are a strategic leader dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence, sportsmanship, and technical mastery, we would like to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program Leadership: Design and implement high-quality training programs, drills, and a standardised coaching 'playbook'.
- Staff Mentorship & Recruitment: Assist in recruiting, grading, and mentoring high-calibre coaching staff.
- Player Development: Oversee trials, player grading, and team allocations; establish pathways with local clubs and lead teams in external competitions (e.g. Monte Volleyball Competition, Australian Volleyball Schools Cup).
- Match-Day Supervision: Coach and oversee mid-week, Friday evening, and Saturday morning fixtures.
- Operations & Administration: Manage equipment, run school holiday camps, complete seasonal reviews, and step in as a supervisor when the Volleyball Coordinator is absent.
Key Requirements:
- Experience: High-level Volleyball coaching experience and/or coaching accreditation.
- Skills: Exceptional organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and oral).
- Teamwork & Leadership: Ability to model teamwork and handle student, staff, or parent inquiries with respect and professionalism.
- Values: Willingness to abide by the Staff Code of Conduct and support the Christian ethos of the College.
Indicative Hours of Work:
This position requires flexibility across the school year to align with training schedules, match fixtures, and seasonal peaks. As a guide, your hours will generally look like the following:
- Term 1 (8-Week Season): Approximately 8 hours per week (consisting of two early morning training sessions from 6:30 am to 8:00 am, plus Saturday morning match coaching and supervision from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm).
- Term 2 & 3 (9-Week Season): Approximately 6.5 hours per week (consisting of two early morning training sessions from 6:30 am to 8:00 am, plus Friday evening coaching from 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm).
- Term 4 (8-Week Season): Approximately 12.5 hours per week (consisting of five training sessions split between early mornings and weekday afternoons, plus Saturday morning match coaching and supervision from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm).
- Additional Seasonal Hours: Allocation for administration (program planning and coaching handbook development) and leading sports camps during the school holiday breaks.
You will be required to support the Christian ethos of the College.
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!
A detailed Role Statement is available below.
