People & Culture Officer

• Full-time, permanent position 

• Leading independent school in Melbourne’s leafy East

• Enjoy being part of a vibrant, purpose-driven environment
  
  

Presbyterian Ladies’ College (PLC) is a leading ELC to Year 12 independent day and boarding school, focusing on the development of the whole person. 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

PLC is excited to invite applications for the full-time, permanent position of People & Culture Officer. 

This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in supporting a skilled, empowered, and dynamic workplace that is underpinned by a wonderful community spirit.

Working onsite at our picturesque campus in Burwood, you will enjoy a location with free onsite parking, close to major arterials and public transport.

Reporting to the People & Culture Manager, the People & Culture Officer provides practical advice and generalist support to College leaders and staff on a range of employee life cycle matters, including policy, Enterprise Agreement and Award interpretation. The role will also contribute to the delivery of HR operations, people-related projects and support recruitment as required.

About You

You are a qualified HR generalist with experience in an education or similar community-focused environment.

You bring end-to-end recruitment experience and provide stakeholders with accurate, timely advice across the full employee lifecycle, including interpreting and applying employment legislation, enterprise agreements, awards and organisational policies.

Your proactive and positive approach underpins all that you do, along with strong organisational skills, time management and attention to detail. You are a savvy administrator, who loves  to bring structure, professionalism and efficiency to your work.   Others know you as someone who is committed to quality and shows initiative.  

If you thrive on upholding high standards and enjoy contributing to a collaborative, values-driven team we would love to hear from you. 

Benefits of working at PLC

• 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

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

• generous leave entitlements

• access to salary packaging options

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

• onsite cafe, including free barista-made coffee for staff each Wednesday

• opportunities for ongoing professional and personal development

• and more…

Applications close at 9am Monday 1 June 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as the interview process may commence prior to the application closing date.

A copy of the Position Description and PLC Recruitment Pack can be viewed below, or via our PLC Careers website: https://jobboards.adlogic.com.au/plc/

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.