Ministry Youth Worker (Youth Chaplain)

Endeavour College; Adelaide; Presencial; AUD 39.000 - 50.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Endeavour College in Mawson Lakes invites applications for a Youth Worker (Youth Chaplain). This part-time role covers 22.50 hours per week during term time with a Maximum Term Contract through 2027.

The successful candidate will support student faith formation and ministry programs across Junior and Middle/Senior Campuses. You must be a practicing Christian with a passion for youth ministry, strong relationship skills, and the ability to engage students from diverse backgrounds.

Formación

• Experience in working with Junior School Students, chapels, and camps.
• Be a Worshiping Christian, active disciple of Jesus, and ideally, Lutheran school experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Motivation and passion to work with and support young people.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan, set, and prioritise work.
• Ability and desire to actively support the values and ethos of a Christian school.

Responsabilidades

• Support student faith formation and ministry programs across Junior and Middle/Senior Campuses.
• Provide logistical oversight of Junior School Chapels and assist Year 6 worship/chapel leaders.
• Attend Junior School camps and contribute to ministry on the middle/senior campus.

Conocimientos

Youth ministry

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organisation

Initiative

Educación

Relevant qualifications or currently studying

Descripción del empleo

For more than 28 years, Endeavour College in Mawson Lakes has thrived as a co-educational secondary school with a young history and a strong reputation for educating the minds, hearts, and spirits of students in Years 7-12, under the umbrella of the Lutheran Church in Australia. Currently we are catering to approximately 750 students, we offer an education that prepares them for their future years, whilst leaving lasting and treasure worthy memories.

The Junior School campus (R-6 years) has commenced construction, and it is anticipated to be open at the start of the 2027 school year, catering for approximately 380 students, providing a dedicated environment tailored to younger students, while remaining closely connected to the wider Endeavour College community.

The College embraces a culture of fostering educational excellence that is immersed in a Christ-centred approach to education. Our mission - 'A Christian environment for each student and staff member to develop their God-given abilities for LIFE and community'.

Our College values of LOVE, COURAGE, FORGIVENESS, and HOPE are upheld through application of The Endeavour Way, and our community values staff who enthusiastically engage in their work as a Christian vocation that is based on caring relationships.

About the role

Part time – 22.50 hours per week during term time, Maximum Term Contract for 2027

The Youth Worker (Youth Chaplain) will support student faith formation and ministry programs across the Junior and Middle/Senior Campuses. Working closely with the College Pastor, Youth Chaplain, and the Head of Junior School, the role includes logistical oversight of Junior School Chapels, attending Junior School camps, and will work with and assist Year 6 worship/chapel leaders, as well as contribute to ministry on the middle/senior campus. The successful candidate will be a practicing Christian with a passion for youth ministry, strong relationship skills, and the ability to engage students from diverse backgrounds. Experience in primary-aged ministry and an understanding of Lutheran education will be highly regarded.

About you

You are an active follower of Jesus with a passion to encourage, support and develop young people in life and faith. You are committed to your own growth in faith as you seek to serve God and others. You have a creative flair and enthusiasm that brings the Christian faith to life for students. You can work independently, proactively, and with initiative whilst ensuring that you are an integral part of the Ministry Team.

You will have the following knowledge and skills:

• Experience in working with Junior School Students, chapels, and camps
• Be a Worshiping Christian, active disciple of Jesus, and ideally, Lutheran school experience (Old Scholars will be highly regarded)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Motivation and passion to work with and support young people
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan, set, and prioritise work
• Ability and desire to actively support the values and ethos of a Christian school.

The successful applicant must have:

• Relevant qualifications or currently studying to obtain
• Hold a current clearance of Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Hold a current Responding to Risk, Harm and Neglect in an educational setting (RRHAN-EC)

Successful applicants can expect:

• Be part of the new Junior School team
• A caring and supportive Christian community environment
• Supportive leadership, and a collaborative team environment
• To be a positive and significant role model for all students of Endeavour College

We look forward to appointing a talented and motivated individual to join our College community.

We do not accept applications via email, and we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies.

Applications close promptly at 4pm Friday 13 November 2026.

If you are interested, please submit your application early as we will be screening and interviewing within the advertising timeline and may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.