Head of Department – History & Religious Education

Head of Department – History & Religious Education

Full Time, Permanent (1.0 FTE)

Start date:                      Term 1, 2027

Closing date:                12th August 2026

Inspire curiosity. Shape character. Lead learning.

At MLC School, we believe education is about more than academic achievement. As a leader in girls’ education for over 140 years, we empower young women to become fearless thinkers with moral courage, compassion and a deep understanding of their place in the world. We are seeking an outstanding educator and leader to join our Senior School as Head of Department – History & Religious Education (RE).

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced History and RE leader to lead a dynamic department that encourages students to explore the past, engage with diverse perspectives, wrestle with big questions, and develop the critical thinking skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

About MLC School

Celebrating 140 years of girls’ education, MLC School is an independent, non-selective Uniting Church school for girls from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 located in Sydney’s vibrant inner west.

Our vision is to educate young women to be fearless thinkers, agents of change and leaders of influence. Guided by our commitment to academic excellence and student wellbeing, we create opportunities for every girl to discover her strengths, pursue her passions and make a meaningful contribution to society.

At MLC School, our tagline “Dare to be More” is more than a slogan—it is a challenge we extend to our students and our staff. We foster a c…