Chaplain

Christian College Geelong; Geelong; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional learning & development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Gym facilities and pools on selected‑c

Flu vaccinations

Discounted Back Creek Farm holiday住宿

Job summary

Christian College Geelong is seeking a faith-filled Chaplain to join our Senior Campus community and potentially other campuses as required. The role focuses on spiritual formation, pastoral care and wellbeing of students, staff and families, while contributing to the Christian life and culture of the campus.

You will lead chapel services, faith development programs and significant College events, building authentic relationships with young people in a contemporary educational setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated active Christian faith and ongoing church involvement.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Chaplaincy, Ministry, Theology, Youth Work, Teaching or related discipline.
• Experience working with young people in educational, ministry or pastoral settings.
• Ability to lead worship services, devotions, prayer groups and faith formation initiatives.
• Strong pastoral care and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of mandatory reporting, confidentiality and referral processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead chapel services and prayer groups across the campus.
• Develop faith formation initiatives and student spiritual development programs.
• Provide pastoral support to students, staff and families.
• Engage with campus leadership to foster Christian life and culture.

Skills

Pastoral care

Church leadership

Faith formation

Student wellbeing

Relationship building

Education

Chaplaincy/Ministry/Therology

Youth work/Teaching

Tools

None

Job description

Chaplain

Senior Campus or any other campus as required

Why Join us?

Join a vibrant Christian educational community where faith, learning and wellbeing are intentionally nurtured and celebrated.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people during a significant stage of their educational journey. As Chaplain, you will play a central role in supporting the spiritual formation, pastoral care and wellbeing of students, while contributing to the Christian life and culture of the Senior Campus community (Year 10-12).

Working closely with campus leadership, teaching staff, students and families, you will have the opportunity to lead worship services, facilitate faith formation initiatives, provide pastoral support and build authentic relationships that encourage students to grow in faith, purpose and character.

About the role

Position: Chaplain
Employment Type: Fixed Term (Parental Leave Cover)
Period of Employment: 21 January 2027 to 10 December 2027
FTE/Time Fraction: 1.0 FTE / 38 hours per week
Location: Senior Campus or any other Campus as required

Christian College Geelong is seeking an enthusiastic and faith-filled Chaplain to join our Senior Campus community.

Reporting to the Dean of Christian Culture, the Chaplain is responsible for nurturing and supporting the Christian faith development of students, staff and families while fostering a strong sense of Christian community across the campus.

The role encompasses Christian leadership, pastoral care, student wellbeing and community engagement. The successful applicant will lead and contribute to chapel services, prayer groups, faith development programs and significant College events while providing pastoral support to students and staff as required.

This role requires a visible, approachable and relational leader who models Christian faith authentically and can engage effectively with young people in a contemporary educational environment.

Selection Criteria

To be considered for this role, please address the following criteria in your application. Your responses should contain relevant examples:

• Demonstrated active Christian faith, biblical worldview and ongoing involvement in a local Christian church.


• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Chaplaincy, Ministry, Theology, Youth Work, Teaching or a related discipline.


• Experience working with young people in an educational, ministry, pastoral care or youth-focused setting.


• Demonstrated ability to lead Christian services, devotions, prayer groups and faith formation initiatives.


• Strong pastoral care skills with the ability to build trusted relationships with students, families and staff.


• Knowledge and understanding of mandatory reporting requirements, record keeping, confidentiality and referral processes.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage and present to diverse audiences.


• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills, with the capacity to manage competing priorities and a varied workload.


• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while also exercising initiative and independent judgement.


• Demonstrated sensitivity, professionalism and discretion when working with vulnerable individuals and sensitive matters.

What you bring

We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates:

• A genuine commitment to Christian education and the mission, values and ethos of Christian College Geelong.


• A servant-hearted approach to leadership and ministry.


• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive and authentic relationships.


• Compassion, empathy and emotional maturity.


• Initiative, flexibility and a proactive approach to supporting the needs of the College community.


• Professionalism and sound judgement when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.


• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills.


• Resilience, adaptability and a willingness to contribute broadly to campus life.


• A passion for supporting the spiritual growth and wellbeing of young people.

What we offer

• Professional learning and development opportunities.


• A welcoming, supportive and faith-based workplace.


• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the faith journey and wellbeing of students.


• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support.


• Access to gym facilities and swimming pools at selected campuses.


• Complimentary annual flu vaccinations.


• Discounted holiday accommodation at Back Creek Farm, the College’s scenic rural property, providing staff and their families with a unique opportunity to rest, recharge and enjoy the countryside.

*To view or download a Position Description, please see below.

Child Safe Commitment

Christian College Geelong is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children and young people in our care. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, child safety standards. The successful applicant will be required to hold a current Employee Working with Children Check and comply with the College’s Child Safety policies and Code of Conduct.