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Schools Ministry Group

Since 1991 Schools Ministry Group have been coordinating Christian ministry in SA Schools through partnership and engagement with the local church and mission organisations, our schools, and state and federal governments. SMG is the employer of more than 270 Pastoral Care Workers (PCW) in SA government schools and is an approved Chaplaincy Service provider of the South Australian Department for Education (DFE) through the National School Chaplaincy Program (NSCP).

VISION STATEMENT
Young people and school communities discovering purpose, value and hope.

WHAT DOES SMG DO?
SMG provides Chaplaincy Services to government schools through the engagement of a Pastoral Care Worker offering ongoing pastoral and practical support to school communities on behalf of the local community churches.

SMG works together with over 90 Combined Church ‘Support Groups’ across SA to provide support and resources to them as they endeavour to connect with, support and develop positive relationships with young people through their local school communities.

12 Nov, 2025
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Pastoral Care Worker
Schools Ministry Group Adelaide SA, Australia
SMG offers ongoing pastoral and practical support through chaplaincy, Christian education, and wellbeing services to school communities in partnership with the combined Christian community and other organisations. SMG is the employer of more than 270 Pastoral Care Workers in SA government schools and is an approved Chaplaincy Service provider of the South Australian Department for Education (DfE) through the National Student Wellbeing Program (NSWP). The Opportunity Pastoral Care Workers (PCWs) are positive role models who deliver compassionate pastoral and practical support through their direct involvement within each a signed school, and school community. Together with the support and resources of the local combined Christian community, a PCW has a unique opportunity to help young people and school communities discover Purpose, Value, and Hope. Key Responsibilities: Provide social, emotional, and spiritual support to students, staff, and families. Engage with...