College Chaplain

Position Description
**Chaplain**

**St John’s Newtown**

**Position Title**Chaplain - Geelong Lutheran College St John’s Newtown (GLC - SJ)

**Reports To**Executive Principal through Head of Primary (St John’s Newtown) and College

Chaplain

**College Objective**At Geelong Lutheran College it is expected that each staff member will support the
Christian ethos of the College, as referred to in the Statement of Faith on our website,
and demonstrate courtesy, cooperation and teamwork with fellow members of staff.
Christian living is to be exampled to both students and parents through words and
actions.

Our Christian Education environment depends largely on the maturity and
professionalism of all staff members co-operating fully with the Executive Principal,
Heads of Sub-Schools, other staff and the College Board. Staff are to adhere to College
policies, to Lutheran teachings and to foster the ethos, culture and traditions of
Geelong Lutheran College.

**Position Overview**The role of our Chaplains may be occupied by an active Christian from any
denomination. While an understanding of the Lutheran denomination/Lutheran
theology is helpful, it is not required as training will be provided. The GLC SJ Chaplain
will be required to develop positive working relationships with the Executive Principal,
College Chaplain, Head of Schools, Wellbeing Staff and other staff. Regular meetings
with the College Chaplain and other key staff is an important part of this role.

Through their ministry, the Chaplain will work closely with staff and students in their
witness and service. The Chaplain will need to demonstrate an ability to relate
positively with members of our community, follow the College policies, and foster the
ethos, culture and traditions of Geelong Lutheran College, and present the gospel in
an invitational manner.

Primary roles of the Chaplain are to have responsibility for:

- Chapel services (among other ministry opportunities).
- Faith formation (community wide, where opportunity presents).
- Pastoral care of staff and students (and families when time permits).
- Support for Christian Studies programs.

**Position Purpose**The Chaplain will display high levels of initiative and responsibility and therefore
require mínimal supervision. This role is responsible to the College Chaplain for the
performance of their duties and includes quarterly check-ins with the Executive
Principal as Spiritual Head of the College.

The Chaplain shall:

- Assist the College community by upholding the Christian perspective of

coherence (Ephesians 1:10) to engender faith, hope, purpose and service to
others.
- Oversee the worship program (chapels, staff devotion, etc), and show

leadership in the implementation of faith formation initiatives and the
pastoral care of staff and students.

Position Description
**Chaplain**

**St John’s Newtown**

**General Expectations**At Geelong Lutheran College, it is expected that those staff who interact with
stakeholders will support the Christian ethos of the College. Christian living is to be
exampled to colleagues, students and parents through words and actions.
Where feedback is needed, this is to be given in a loving, caring manner and
forgiveness is to be freely offered to students who err as God forgives each of us for
Jesus’ sake.

**Skills, Experience and Personal Skills and Attributes**:
**Attributes**It is assumed that the Chaplain will:

- Set an exemplary example of Christian living both in the College and their

private life. In particular, be an active worshipping member of a local Christian
church.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment and a willingness to openly support and

articulate the ethos of our College.
- Work cooperatively with other staff members and be a leader in building

community.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Respond to the arising pastoral needs of staff, students and families of the

College as time permits.
- Be committed to undertaking out-of-hours activities related to the ministry

aspects of the College if required.
- Undertake training and development related to the position as directed by

the Executive Principal or College Chaplain.

**Specific Skills/Requirements**:
The nature of the position requires the Chaplain to demonstrate:

- Qualification and experience in theology and/or Christian ministry.
- A professional outlook on education and the needs of students.
- A high level of organisation and interpersonal skills.
- An ability to adapt and thrive in a new and changing environment.
- A good level of computer literacy skills.
- A capacity to be an effective service leader.
- An ability to make decisions and the conviction to uphold them.
- High levels of initiative and responsibility.
- An ability to promote positive staff morale and a team ethic.
- An ability to communicate effectively with primary aged students and adults.
- An ability to interact effectively with people who hold different beliefs and

values.
- Working with Children’s Check/Nat