Assistant Chaplain

3 months ago


Middleton Grange, Australia Thomas Hassall Anglican College Full time

**Assistant Chaplain (Junior School)**

**Position Title **Assistant Chaplain (Junior School)
**Level **Classroom Teacher
**Commencement Date **Term 1 2025
**Hours **Permanent Full-time

Thomas Hassall Anglican College is a vibrant P-12 independent College located with close
access to the M5 and M7 in the growing southwest of Sydney. We are committed to
challenging our students to look beyond boundaries and to use their gifts and talents to make a
difference in the world. We are guided by our vision - Growing and Nurturing Excellence in
Learning, Wisdom and Service.

We are seeking to employ an Assistant Chaplain to provide leadership and encouragement to
develop and assist in the implementation of the College Ministry Plan with a pastoral focus in
our Junior School.

education. She or he will be an active Christian who understands how to integrate faith and
will work with the College Chaplaincy team, Christian Ministry interns, staff and students
towards the improvement and innovation of the College Ministry Plan. The role includes a
teaching load (up to 0.5) to be determined in consultation with the Deputy Principal, Head of
Junior School.

**Key Selection Criteria**
the successful applicant for the above position must be able to provide evidence to support the
following criteria:

- Strong personal Christian faith and be a regular and practising member of a Bible-based

Christian Church. Demonstrated Christian character and commitment.
- Supportive of the Christian ethos and independent nature of Thomas Hassall Anglican

College within the context of the vision, mission and values of the Anglican Schools
Corporation.
- Demonstrate an ability to express faith openly and provide pastoral care support to

staff, students and families whilst remaining sensitive to the religious and cultural
beliefs of others. Have a clear understanding of the issues affecting young people.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
- Involvement in church ministries and/or broader mission activities.
- Bible teaching experience with small and large groups with an ability to clearly explain

Christian values and beliefs.
- Proven ability to effectively teach Junior School students.
- A willingness to collaborate and work in a team environment.
- Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills, critical analysis and
- problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritise and work as part of a team.

**Qualifications**
- Appropriate Primary teaching qualifications & NESA accreditation.
- Diploma of Theology minimum, with Bachelor of Theology or a Master of Divinity highly

desirable (or a willingness to undertake further study).

**Applications should include**:

- Completion of Employment Application form available on the College website - This

should include the names, addresses and phone numbers of three confidential referees.
One of these needs to be from a Christian Minister.
- Resume outlining teaching, leadership and other experience relevant to the position
- Written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria in a maximum of 2-3 pages
- Valid NSW Working with Children details (WWCC)

Thomas Hassall Anglican College is dedicated to maintaining a child-safe environment and is
committed to the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all children and young people entrusted to
our care. Our Child Safe Program includes A Child Safe Policy developed in alignment with the
Child Safe Standards, background screening and reference checks. We have a zero-tolerance
for child abuse and are committed to doing what we can to keep students safe from harm.

**CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Friday 18 October 2024**

Attention: Cathie Graydon - Director of Staff Services

Please visit our website for a full role description.

**Assistant Chaplain (Junior School)**

**Primary Purpose**:
The Assistant Chaplain will provide leadership and encouragement to develop and assist in the
implementation of the College Ministry Plan with a pastoral focus on Junior School students and
resources. The Assistant Chaplain (Junior School) will promote a sense of Christian community
that pervades all aspects of College life and which provides a safe environment where students
are able to explore their spirituality without hesitation.

This role includes a teaching load in the College to be determined by the Deputy Principal, Head
of Junior School (up to 0.5).

**Accountable to**:
The Principal through the College Chaplain

**Directly reports to**:
College Chaplain

**Relates to**:
1. Principal
2. College Chaplain
3. Deputy Principal, Head of Junior School
4. Director of Teaching and Learning - Junior School
5. Director of Operations/Welfare - Junior School
6. Christian Studies Coordinator
7. Junior School Coordinators
8. Junior School Year Leaders
9. Christian Ministry Interns

**Major Responsibilities**
Working with all stakeholders, the Assistant Chaplain (Junior School) will operate in a
professional manner to assist the Col


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