Head of Human Resources

Head of Human Resources
Full Time Permanent
Start date:          12th October 2026     
Closing date:      27th August 2026  
Interviews:   3rd / 4th September 2026

MLC School is seeking an experienced and technically capable Head of Human Resources to lead a responsive, well-governed and service-focused HR function.

This Executive leadership role has direct accountability for the effective operation, governance and compliance of Human Resources across the School. The successful candidate will bring strong HR leadership, sound judgement and the capability to oversee employment and industrial relations matters, strengthen systems and processes, and ensure practical frameworks support consistent and compliant decision-making.

Reporting to the Principal and working as a member of the School Executive, the Head of Human Resources provides expert advice on employment matters, workforce risk, governance, compliance, HR systems and operational people issues. The role requires strategic insight, disciplined execution and a strong focus on delivering accurate, timely and reliable HR support to staff and leaders.

About MLC School
Celebrating 140 years’ in Girls’ Education, MLC School is an independent, non-selective Uniting Church school for girls from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12, located in Sydney’s inner west. Our guiding principle, dare to be more, reflects our commitment to excellence, innovation and care — for our students and our staff alike.

Under the leadership of the Principal, Ms Lisa Moloney, our highly professional staff challenge girls to think deeply, question tradition…