We are seeking a School Chaplain to support the faith, spiritual and pastoral needs of students. This can include support and guidance about ethics, values, relationships and spiritual issues; the provision of student welfare; and enhancing engagement with the broader community.

As School Chaplain you will:

• contribute to and promote the development, alignment, attainment and review of the mission and strategic goals for Brisbane Catholic Education
• work closely with others to promote and develop student wellbeing, emotional resilience, positive relationships and a sense of community
• collaborate with other role holders such as the APRE and Guidance Counsellor in supporting the faith, spiritual and pastoral needs of students
• provide appropriate referrals for students in accordance with school approved protocols and processes
• promote positive partnerships within and beyond the school community

Minimum qualification requirements for applicants is possession of either:

• a Certificate IV in Youth Work; or a Certificate IV in Pastoral Care; OR
• an equivalent qualification; this certificate or equivalent must include a unit of competency in ‘mental health’ and ‘making appropriate referrals’
• meets the National School Chaplaincy Programme’s Minimum Qualification Requirements

Selection criteria for the position of School Chaplain are:

• Have a strong commitment to the Catholic ethos of our school
• Have good communication and personal skills
• Previous demonstration of the ability to work with a team of people to provide a supportive caring environment for children
• Ability to work closely with others to promote student wellbeing, emotional resilience, positive relationships and a sense of community

As a School Chaplain you are recognised by:

• the local school, its community and BCE as having the skills, experience and qualifications to deliver school chaplaincy to the school and its community
• by the faith-based community through either formal ordination or, commissioning or, recognised religious qualifications or, endorsement by a recognised or accepted religious institution

A cover letter addressing the above outlined criteria to be included with your application.

St Ann’s School, Redbank Plains, is a Brisbane Catholic Education school which opened in January 2020. The school is located 35 minutes southwest of the Brisbane CBD between Ipswich and Springfield Lakes.

Commencing in 2020 with approximately 100 students from Prep to Year 3, it is anticipated the school will grow to over 500 students by 2025, with Prep to Year 6.

To be successful in this role you will:

Estimated Start Date: Term One, 2021 - start date negotiable

Position Tenure: Fixed Term

Weeks Worked: School term weeks only (holidays unpaid)

Tenure Duration (If Fixed Term): School Year 2021

Total Paid Hours (per wk) & Days Required: 10 hours per week - days negotiable

Salary Level, Range or Hourly Rate: School Officer Level 5 - $33.53 per hour

Employment Conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement

Contact Person: Mr Sonny Smith

Contact Telephone Number: 07 3432 3400

Contact Email: predbankplains@bne.catholic.edu.au

Closing Date: 14-Feb-2021