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Preparatory School Chaplain

Job description

Key accountabilities

  • To teach Christian Studies and to lead the development of the Christian Studies teaching programs
  • To facilitate and preach at Chapel services and special Assemblies
  • To lead and promote Bible study groups, and a range of other ministries for students, including Cru groups
  • To foster and support ministries to engage the whole College community, including Staff, Old Boys and parents
  • To strengthen connections with the Presbyterian Church, its mission, institutions and programs

Who are you?

  • You have a qualification in Education and/or Theological / Biblical Studies as well as NESA registration.
  • Experience in Christian ministry preferable to children of early learning primary age (3-12 yrs)
  • Ability to work with and as part of the Christian Studies and Chaplaincy teams and to teach Christian Studies across all stages of the Preparatory School
  • You will have the ability to infuse Christian value into teaching.
  • You have the propensity to recognise the value and uniqueness of each individual within the college community.
  • You will have a strong commitment to your own ongoing learning and development.
  • You will have professional and personal integrity.
  • You have or can obtain a valid working with children check.
  • You are committed to ongoing learning in alignment with the development directions of The Scots College.
  • You are characterised by purpose, persistence and reflection.
  • You are committed to growth and progressively attain goals through curiosity and asking key questions.

Where do you fit in?

  • You positively participate in supporting the Christian values of our Presbyterian GPS School.
  • You aspire to live a good life informed by a personal code characterised by courage, ethics and purpose.
  • You are able to belong and function in a Team of Teams.

How do you serve others?

  • You are characterised by respect, civility and consideration for others.
  • You cultivate a sense of community by fostering a sense of belonging.

What do we offer?

  • A culture that cultivates a body of graduates who are well-rounded, successful men of faith and independent mind who influence their nation for the greater good and who strive to be worthy of their forefathers.
  • An institution that seeks to serve God faithfully, through our core values and culture.
  • Personal development and growth opportunities.
  • A constructive and supportive work environment in which all staff members are valued.
  • Financial and non-financial rewards and incentives.
  • Free barista morning coffee and lunches.
  • Employee Assistance Programs.
  • Access to The Scots College bus transport system.
  • Access to medical services.
  • Free access to the college gym.
  • Salary packaging.

The Scots College reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.