Position Overview
Position Title: School Chaplain
Workload: Part-time 0.5FTE
Hours per Week: To be advised
Employment Basis: Permanent Part-Time (term time only)
Pay Range: In accordance with the Queensland Lutheran Schools Single Enterprise Agreement and experience
Anticipated Start Date: January 2027 (or by negotiation)
The Role
The School Chaplain supports the spiritual wellbeing and pastoral life of the St Andrews Lutheran College community. The School Chaplain works under the direction of the College Chaplain and in collaboration with the Principal, Heads of School and the Pastoral Care Team. The School Chaplain provides relational, faith‑informed support to students and staff within a safe, inclusive and Christ‑centred environment.
This role is pastoral and supportive in nature and does not involve ordained ministry or the provision of professional counselling services. The School Chaplain complements, but does not replace, the work of the College Pastor/Chaplain, counsellors or College leaders.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain a visible and approachable pastoral presence across the College.
Provide informal pastoral support through listening, encouragement, prayer and age-appropriate faith conversations.
Support students experiencing everyday challenges, transitions and questions relating to faith, purpose and wellbeing.
Assist with chapel services, devotions, worship experiences and significant College faith events.
Collaborate with the Chaplain, Pastoral Care Team and College leaders to promote student and staff wellbeing.
Support service, outreach and community engagement initiatives that reflect the College's Christian mission.
Respond appropriately to wellbeing and safeguarding concerns and refer matters in accordance with College policies and procedures.
Attend camps, retreats and selected College activities where a pastoral presence will support student wellbeing and community engagement
Assist the College Pastor/Chaplain with the planning and delivery of chapel services, devotions, and significant College worship events
Selection Criteria:
The successful applicant will demonstrate:
An active personal Christian faith and commitment to Christian values.
Experience in pastoral care, ministry support, youth work, education, community services or a related field.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build respectful and trusting relationships with students, staff and families.
Demonstrated empathy, compassion and emotional intelligence when supporting others.
Strong communication and active listening skills.
The ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality and ethical practices.
An understanding of child safety obligations and appropriate referral pathways.
The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
A commitment to supporting and promoting the Christian ethos, mission and values of St Andrews Lutheran College.
Application Instructions
Please note: Successful applicants must hold a valid Working with Children Check Blue Card, prior to starting work and have the legal right to work in Australia.
Why Join Us?
At St Andrews Lutheran College, you will join a community that genuinely values relationships, faith, wellbeing and service. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the spiritual and pastoral life of a thriving E–12 College while working alongside dedicated and supportive colleagues.
Application Instructions
The ideal candidate will embody our values and actively contribute to our vibrant College community, fostering meaningful relationships across the College. If you believe your work ethic and mindset align with our opportunity, please submit your cover letter responding to the above criteria, and resume by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button now on Seek.
Applications close: 9.00am, Monday 26 October 2026
The College reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.
Agency applications are respectfully declined.
St Andrews Lutheran College supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of students. All applicants are required to undergo a screening process and the successful applicant must comply with all College policies and procedures.