Make your mark in a top-performing schoolFull-time, ongoing opportunity commencing January 2026Lead and run our strings program Presbyterian Ladies' College (PLC) Melbourne is a leading ELC-Year 12 Christian independent school offering both the VCE and International Baccalaureate. PLC has an outstanding academic tradition, an international focus and strong pastoral and co-curricular programs focusing on encouraging leadership, service and life-long personal development and learning. THE ROLEAt PLC, over 700 students undertake instrumental tuition and participate in ensembles which include a full symphony orchestra, wind bands, string orchestras, stage and jazz bands, and pipes and drums. Our programs offer students wonderful learning and team-building opportunities that transcend the classroom, and foster a lifelong passion for music and the arts. See here for more on what our Music School has to offer. The Head of Strings is responsible for leading and running the strings program and providing leadership, support, and guidance to other teaching staff within the Strings Team. The role will teach group and individual lessons in both Senior School and Junior School, conduct ensembles, tutor chamber groups, and take part in the College’s co-curricular Music program. ABOUT YOUYou are a music teaching and performance professional, with relevant qualifications. You’re confident in teaching beginner-to-advanced levels, and are a passionate educator who will confidently guide, develop, and nurture our students’ love of learning. You have a thorough understanding of the pedagogical principles of both music education and, more specifically, the playing and teaching of strings.  Sound like you? We would love to hear from you! BENEFITS OF WORKING AT PLConsite staff parking, plus easy access to public transport and major arterialsbeautiful school grounds set on 16 hectares in a parkland setting, providing a picturesque and peaceful environment for students and staff to learn and socialisegenerous leave entitlementsaccess to state-of-the-art resources and spaces, including our new Joan Montgomery sports, aquatic and fitness centrefree coffee on Wednesdaysopportunities for ongoing professional and personal developmentand more… Applications close 5pm Sunday 24 August 2025 Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as the interview process may commence prior to the application closing date. All staff must commit to a culture that supports and embraces Child Safe Standards. The successful applicant will be required to hold and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or Employee Working With Children Check (WWCC).PLC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all of its staff, where they feel welcomed, safe and respected.PLC Recruitment PackPosition Description AUD Burwood 3125

Head of Strings

  • Make your mark in a top-performing school

  • Full-time, ongoing opportunity commencing January 2026

  • Lead and run our strings program

 

Presbyterian Ladies' College (PLC) Melbourne is a leading ELC-Year 12 Christian independent school offering both the VCE and International Baccalaureate. PLC has an outstanding academic tradition, an international focus and strong pastoral and co-curricular programs focusing on encouraging leadership, service and life-long personal development and learning.

 

THE ROLE

At PLC, over 700 students undertake instrumental tuition and participate in ensembles which include a full symphony orchestra, wind bands, string orchestras, stage and jazz bands, and pipes and drums. Our programs offer students wonderful learning and team-building opportunities that transcend the classroom, and foster a lifelong passion for music and the arts. See here for more on what our Music School has to offer.

 

The Head of Strings is responsible for leading and running the strings program and providing leadership, support, and guidance to other teaching staff within the Strings Team. The role will teach group and individual lessons in both Senior School and Junior School, conduct ensembles, tutor chamber groups, and take part in the College’s co-curricular Music program.

 

ABOUT YOU

You are a music teaching and performance professional, with relevant qualifications.

 

You’re confident in teaching beginner-to-advanced levels, and are a passionate educator who will confidently guide, develop, and nurture our students’ love of learning.

 

You have a thorough understanding of the pedagogical principles of both music education and, more specifically, the playing and teaching of strings. 

 

Sound like you? We would love to hear from you!

 

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT PLC

  • onsite staff parking, plus easy access to public transport and major arterials

  • beautiful school grounds set on 16 hectares in a parkland setting, providing a picturesque and peaceful environment for students and staff to learn and socialise

  • generous leave entitlements

  • access to state-of-the-art resources and spaces, including our new Joan Montgomery sports, aquatic and fitness centre

  • free coffee on Wednesdays

  • opportunities for ongoing professional and personal development

  • and more…

 

Applications close 5pm Sunday 24 August 2025

 

Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as the interview process may commence prior to the application closing date.

 

All staff must commit to a culture that supports and embraces Child Safe Standards. The successful applicant will be required to hold and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or Employee Working With Children Check (WWCC).


PLC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all of its staff, where they feel welcomed, safe and respected.

  • Posted Date 29 Jul 2025
  • Location Burwood
    VIC / Australia
  • Industry Education & Training
  • Job Type
  • Salary Not provided