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22 Sep, 2026

Full time

St Martins Lutheran College Mount Gambier SA, Australia

Provide pastoral and strategic connection between the Lutheran Church and our students, staff and families, and helping nurture a Christ-centred community where people can grow in faith, experience care and discover meaningful opportunities to serve others...... St Martins Lutheran College is seeking an engaging and relational Director of Ministry to provide leadership for Ministry and Spiritual Formation across our R–12 College community. This is a significant role within the College, providing a pastoral and strategic connection between the Lutheran Church and our students, staff and families, and helping nurture a Christ-centred community where people can grow in faith, experience care and discover meaningful opportunities to serve others. Working closely with the Principal and Head of Pastoral Care, the Director of Ministry will lead the worship and devotional life of the College and provide leadership across faith formation, pastoral and spiritual care, service...

18 Sep, 2026

Full time

Junior School Chaplain

Arndell Anglican College Oakville NSW, Australia

Seeking a passionate and committed Junior School Chaplain who will play a significant role in the spiritual, pastoral and educational life of the College.... Full-Time (1.0 FTE) or Part-Time (0.6 FTE) Teaching Position Commencing Term 1, 2027 Inspire Faith. Nurture Young Hearts. Shape the Future. We are seeking a passionate and committed Junior School Chaplain who will play a significant role in the spiritual, pastoral and educational life of the College. This is a teaching position with dedicated chaplaincy responsibilities. Working closely with the College Chaplain, Junior School Leadership Team and teaching staff, you will help students develop intellectually, spiritually, emotionally and socially while sharing the Christian narrative in authentic and engaging ways. The successful applicant will lead Chapel programs, Christian education initiatives and opportunities for faith formation, while teaching assigned classes and contributing to the...

18 Sep, 2026

Part time

Community Chaplain - Port Kembla

Anglican Community Services Port Kembla NSW, Australia

Help connect people with serv ices that can meet their physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs, while creating opportunities to explore faith and connect with the life of the local church...... Transform lives, every single day Do you want a career that means more? At Anglicare Sydney, we bring the strength, the support and the strategy to make it happen. We’re a well-respected not-for-profit that’s been serving people in need for over 170 years. Our vision is simple yet powerful: Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened. As our Community Chaplain - Housing, you’ll create connections in the community to give help for today and hope for tomorrow among marginalised people in Port Kembla, including within Anglicare’s Safe and Affordable Housing facility there. Working alongside Port Kembla Anglican Church and Anglicare services, you’ll build genuine relationships and combine practical care, pastoral...

15 Sep, 2026

Part time

Community Aged Care Support Workers - Multiple positions

Wesley Mission Penrith NSW, Australia

Provide personal care, domestic assistance, companionship, assistance with daily tasks, all while ensuring their safety and comfort. This is more than a job – it’s a chance to truly change lives!..... Multiple positions across Penrith LGAs, Blacktown LGAs, Hills LGAs, Parramatta LGAs and Holroyd LGAs Are You Ready to Change Lives? Join Us as an In-Home Care/ Community Aged Support Worker! Are you someone who lights up a room with your kindness and empathy? Do you want to make an impact in your community while building a rewarding career in Aged Care? If you’re passionate about helping others live their best lives, we want YOU on our team of Superstars! Position: In-Home Care Support Worker. (Permanent and Casual positions available). Pay: A fantastic $36.23 per hour + travel time, kilometres paid Locations: Various vibrant communities near you across NSW! Just let us know where you are. Why Join...

11 Sep, 2026

Part time

Pastoral Care Counsellor

$35.00 - $39.00 hourly

Focus on the Family Australia Anywhere

Respond to enquiries that come in by email through our website and by phone via our office, offering a complimentary pastoral phone call where appropriate...... Location: Remote, from home. (Occasional travel for team training and strategy days.) Employment Type: Part Time, driven by demand from website and phone queries, usually between 20 – 40 hours per month with considerable variation week to week. Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO) Pay range: $35 - $39 per hour based on experience About the Organisation Focus on the Family Australia (FOTFA) is a nationally recognised and respected Christian ministry dedicated to strengthening marriages, equipping parents and engaging in culture through partnerships with churches, Christian schools and the broader community, through biblical principles. Our mission is to make Christ known as we strengthen relationships in Australian families, helping build a legacy of God-honouring...

11 Sep, 2026

Part time

Pastoral Care Worker

$37.74 hourly

Blacktown Regional Uniting Church Blacktown NSW, Australia

Seeking a compassionate and committed Christian to serve as our part-time Pastoral Care Worker..... Permanent part-time We are a diverse, inclusive, intergenerational and intercultural congregation seeking to grow Christ-centred communities through worship, connection and service. This new role will help us strengthen our culture of mutual care and ensure that members, particularly those who are older, unwell, bereaved or experiencing significant life transitions, remain connected and spiritually supported. The Pastoral Care Worker will: Visit members in their homes, hospitals and residential care facilities. Offer compassionate emotional and spiritual support. Provide timely pastoral follow-up following hospitalisation, bereavement and other significant life events. Work collaboratively with our Ministry Team Leader, Church Council and lay pastoral carers. Support, encourage and equip volunteer pastoral carers. Develop initiatives that build...

10 Sep, 2026

Part time

School Chaplain + Next Generations Worker

$32,000 - $56,000 yearly

Hawkesbury Valley Baptist Church North Richmond NSW, Australia

Seeking a suitable candidate for the dual-role of School Chaplain and Next Generation Ministry Worker, for a late-January 2027 commencement..... . Hawkesbury Valley Baptist Church (HVBC) is a healthy and growing church on the northwestern fringe of the Sydney Metropolitan area. We are seeking a suitable candidate for the dual-role of School Chaplain and Next Generation Ministry Worker, for a late-January 2027 commencement. The role consists of school chaplaincy in two local schools (one primary school and one high school), plus some additional hours working alongside our Student Pastor who oversees our children’s and youth ministries. School Chaplaincy: 6 to 10 hours per school week for each school (12-20 hours per week total) Next Generation Ministry Worker: 4 to 8 hours per week We are able to tailor the number of hours within those ranges to the successful applicant, based on any other life, work or study commitments. Essential criteria: A...

09 Sep, 2026

Full time

Head of Pastoral Care (Primary)

$95,000 - $115,000 yearly

Harvest Christian College Kadina SA, Australia

Oversee pastoral care, behaviour management, and student wellbeing across the Primary school, while contributing to whole-school leadership. … Commencing January 2027 Located in Kadina, South Australia Applications Close: 5pm, Tuesday 6 October 2026 Harvest Christian College is situated on the stunning Copper Coast, offering the perfect blend of community, lifestyle, and opportunity. With pristine beaches just minutes away, the Clare Valley wine region nearby, and Adelaide an easy 90-minute drive, our location offers an exceptional place to live and work. We are excited to invite passionate and experienced educators to apply for the position of Head of Pastoral Care (Primary), joining our Primary leadership team in 2027. In this role, you will oversee pastoral care, behaviour management, and student wellbeing across the Primary school, while contributing to whole-school leadership. Why Join Harvest? Join a thriving school that is...

04 Sep, 2026

Part time

NightWatch Chaplaincy - Team Member

$55,000 yearly

ChaplainWatch Fortitude Valley QLD, Australia

As a team member of the NightWatch Chaplains, you’ll be on the front line in one of your city’s night-time entertainment precinct. You will be a peacemaker, a problem solver, a first aider, a carer, an engager and a supporter, doing everything from a chaplaincy disposition...... Be there when the good times go bad Unique and dynamic front-line role Generous overnight penalty rates Who we are: ChaplainWatch is a faith-based, non-profit chaplaincy organisation. We seek to achieve our ongoing mission of ‘watching out for you when good times go bad’, through unique chaplaincy-inspired service delivery based on our values ‘divinely led’, ‘intentional intervention’, ‘owning response-ability’, ‘people matter’. For 25 years we have provided public safety in public spaces in Queensland, Australia through the NightWatch Chaplains, connected those in need with food service providers through our...

02 Sep, 2026

Negotiable

School Chaplains

SU Australia QLD, VIC, TAS, NT, NSW or WA.

Provide social and emotional support to positively impact the holistic wellbeing of school communities across Australia...... Looking for a job with a purpose and love working with children and young people? Perhaps you should be a school chaplain! SU Australia has multiple chaplaincy positions currently available across QLD, VIC, TAS, NT, NSW and WA. School Chaplains provide social and emotional support to positively impact the holistic wellbeing of school communities across Australia. They help students find a better way to deal with issues ranging from family breakdown and loneliness, to drug abuse, depression and anxiety. This is not a desk job. It’s a people-first role where no two days are the same, and where the impact you make can last a lifetime. Demonstrating compassion and unconditional love, Chaplains will be sensitive to, respectful of, and available to all regardless of beliefs or religious affiliations. All SU Chaplaincy staff and volunteers...

29 Aug, 2026

Full time

Head of Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Christian Youth Camps Limited (CYC) Cowes VIC, Australia

Seeking an experienced OH&S person to join our Head Office team in the role of Head of Health Safety and Wellbeing.... About Us: Christian Youth Camps Ltd (CYC) exists to create opportunities for all people to personally encounter the living God through camping, conferencing, facilities, and programs. CYC operates 6 campsites, being CYC The Island, CYC Phillip Island Adventure Resort, CYC Forest Edge, CYC Adanac, CYC City and CYC Blue Lagoon. Across our sites we host schools, churches, and numerous other groups in addition to running outreach holiday camps and offering leadership development programs. These sites are supported by our CEO and Head Office team, based on Phillip Island. CYC’s Mission Statement and Statement of Faith can be found at cyc.org.au About the Role: The Head of Health, Safety and Wellbeing will work closely with the Head of Operations & Administration to lead and continuously improve systems and culture that promote...

22 Aug, 2026

Casual

Chaplains for Central West NSW [Expression of Interest]

BaptistCare Orange, Parkes & Dubbo, NSW

Casual Chaplain opportunities across Central West NSW and surrounding areas (Orange, Parkes & Dubbo), with flexibility and willingness to travel across the region Provide pastoral care and spiritual support across Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Community Services as required Help foster wellbeing, dignity and a sense of belonging through person-centred pastoral care Your Role: As a Chaplain, you will provide effective, person-centred, spiritual, and pastoral care to customers, their carers, staff, and volunteers. Your role will involve compassionate and attentive listening, assessing spiritual and pastoral needs, and delivering person-centred spiritual care initiatives. The wonderful opportunity will also see you conduct worship services, staff devotions, funerals, and other rites of passage, participate in case management reviews, and contribute to care plans. Additionally, you will support and encourage BaptistCare staff and...

20 Aug, 2026

Full time

School Chaplain / Wellbeing Officer

King's College Warrnambool Warrnambool VIC, Australia

Seeking a compassionate, relational and motivated School Chaplain / Wellbeing Officer to join our team and contribute to the wellbeing and pastoral care of our students....... Make a difference in the lives of young people at King’s College Warrnambool. Support students in their social, emotional, spiritual and personal development Build meaningful relationships with students, families and staff Contribute to a caring, Christ-centred school community from ELC to Year 12 Develop and deliver programs that promote student wellbeing, belonging and resilience About King’s College King’s College is a Christian co-educational school in Warrnambool, providing education from ELC to Year 12. We are committed to providing a holistic education that nurtures students academically, spiritually, socially and emotionally. Our desire is to see every student known, valued and supported as they grow and develop within a safe, caring and...

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