<p>Presbyterian Ladies’ College is a leading Christian independent school for girls from Kindergarten to Year 12, with a co-educational Early Learning Centre and onsite boarding from Year 7. PLC is located in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, proudly offering state of the art facilities on an expansive 16-hectare campus, creating a unique ‘school in a park’ environment. The College vision is to form empowered women of character who change the world for good. To achieve this, PLC is committed to fostering excellence in all pursuits, providing an extensive academic and co-curricular program focusing on each student reaching their potential, guided by expert staff. Offering both the International Baccalaureate Diploma and VCE, and having a strong commitment to service, PLC has a proud tradition of producing young women of the highest calibre who go on to make a significant contribution in their world. </p><p>The College Council invites applications from future-focussed educational leaders to become the next Principal of PLC. As it celebrates 150 years in 2025, the next Principal will lead the College to write the next exciting chapter of its illustrious history, casting a compelling vision for the future as PLC continues preparing students of today to become leaders of tomorrow. The successful applicant will demonstrate a successful record in leading research-based educational change, be a strong advocate for girls’ education and embrace the Christian ethos and values of the College.</p><p>Beginning in Term 4, 2025, the successful candidate will:</p><ul><li>as a practising Christian, actively promote and embody the Christian ethos and values of the College</li><li>prioritise relationships, build trust and inspire a community, being highly visible and connected with all stakeholders;</li><li>articulate clearly the benefits of girls’ education to all stakeholders;</li><li>continue to shape a compelling strategic vision which enhances the quality of education at the school and anticipates the future needs of learners and teachers;</li><li>demonstrate a high level of engagement in education, with thorough knowledge of developments at international, national, and state levels;</li><li>lead and manage innovation with an inclusive, evidence-based approach;</li><li>manage high level and complex community wellbeing matters; and</li><li>demonstrate a firm grasp of all elements of school leadership, including in relation to finances, risk, human resources, philanthropy and facilities.</li></ul><p><strong>Presbyterian Ladies’ College</strong> has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to providing a child safe environment where children and young people are safe and feel safe, as outlined in the Child Protection Policy.<strong> (https://www.plc.vic.edu.au/)</strong></p><p><strong>Hutton Consulting Australia</strong> is supporting<strong> Presbyterian Ladies’ College</strong> in its search and selection process for this position. For a confidential discussion regarding the application process and to access candidate information, please contact<strong> </strong>the lead consultant Fiona Hutton at <a href="mailto:fiona&#64;hutton.education" rel="nofollow">fiona&#64;hutton.education</a> or Jann Robinson on 0437 774 734 or at <a href="mailto:jann.robinson&#64;hutton.education" rel="nofollow">jann.robinson&#64;hutton.education</a></p><p>Applications in PDF should be submitted via the Hutton Consulting Australia website: <a href="https://hutton.education/opportunities" rel="nofollow">https://hutton.education/opportunities</a> by<strong> 5:00pm on Sunday 1st September 2024.</strong></p>