Part-Time Chaplain

About the role

Southern Hills Christian College, a K-12 Christian school in Bedfordale, Western Australia, is part of the Swan Christian Education Association. It is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Chaplain for a part-time, permanent position starting 27 January 2027, working two days a week (Thursday and Friday) during school terms. The Chaplain provides pastoral care, spiritual guidance and practical support so that students feel known, valued, safe and connected.

Key responsibilities

• Provide holistic pastoral care, wellbeing support and guidance for students' social, emotional, physical and spiritual needs.
• Engage and support students through pastoral care programs, camps, excursions, Bible studies, assemblies and student leadership initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with students from Kindergarten to Year 12, supporting them through personal challenges.
• Work as an active member of the Pastoral Care team, helping develop support strategies for students who need additional support.
• Support student-led Christian activities and leadership opportunities.
• Document student support interactions, report priority cases promptly and communicate with students, staff and parents.

Required profile

• Personal commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ and active membership of a Christian church, in line with the Association's Statement of Faith and Educational Objectives.
• Proven experience in pastoral leadership and student wellbeing.
• Current Working with Children Check and Department of Education criminal history check (or willingness to obtain).
• Desirable: postgraduate study in pastoral care, counselling or educational leadership; experience leading Christian worship or mentoring young people in a faith-based setting.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of adolescent development, wellbeing frameworks and restorative practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.

What we offer

• A purpose-filled role in a vibrant, faith-aligned school community.
• Competitive salary packaging, professional development and staff support structures.
• A collaborative, prayerful and supportive Christian work culture.

Applications are made online through the association's careers site by 20 November 2026, including a cover letter addressing the essential criteria, a resume, copies of qualifications and copies of the required checks (or willingness to apply for them).