Chaplain - Westminster School

Uniting Church in Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Westminster School is seeking a Chaplain to provide spiritual leadership and pastoral care across its Early Learning to Year 12 community. This is a unique opportunity for a person of faith to shape the spiritual life of a leading Uniting Church school, supporting students, staff, families and alumni.

Working closely with the Principal and key leaders, the Chaplain will nurture compassion, service, belonging and wellbeing while strengthening the relationship between Westminster School and the

Qualifications

• Active member of the Uniting Church in Australia with theology qualifications.
• Significant experience in pastoral care.
• Ability to engage with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal skills and sound judgement.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral care, support and counselling to students, staff, families and old scholars.
• Lead and coordinate worship services, chapel programs and significant school ceremonies and spiritual formation activities across the School community.
• Foster strong connections between Westminster School and the Uniting Church, while supporting service-learning, social justice initiatives and religious education programs.
• Nurture a culture of compassion, service, belonging and wellbeing while strengthening the relationship between Westminster School and the Uniting Church.

Skills

Pastoral care

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative approach

Wellbeing support

Education

Theology degree or equivalent

Job description

Unit of Synod/Presbytery/Congregation: Westminster School

Classification: Full Time Permanent

• Provide pastoral care, support and counselling to students, staff, families and old scholars, including responding to situations involving grief, loss, family disruption and personal challenges.
• Lead and coordinate worship services, chapel programs, significant school ceremonies and spiritual formation activities across the School community.
• Foster strong connections between Westminster School and the Uniting Church, while supporting service-learning, social justice initiatives, religious education programs and the broader life of the School.

Description:

Westminster School is seeking a Chaplain to provide spiritual leadership and pastoral care across its vibrant Early Learning to Year 12 community. This is a unique opportunity for a person of faith and strong pastoral practice to shape the spiritual life of a leading Uniting Church school, supporting students, staff, families and alumni. Working closely with the Principal and key leaders, the Chaplain will nurture a culture of compassion, service, belonging and wellbeing while strengthening the relationship between Westminster School and the Uniting Church.

About You

You will be an active member of the Uniting Church in Australia with qualifications in theology or equivalent, significant experience in pastoral care, and the ability to engage effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. You will bring excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgement, a collaborative approach and a commitment to supporting the wellbeing and spiritual development of young people and the wider school community.

Applications are encouraged from individuals who are passionate about faith, pastoral care and education, and who can contribute positively to the mission and values of Westminster School.

Application close date: 9 November 2026 at 9.00AM