Chaplain (Primary and Secondary)

CHRISTWAY COLLEGE

 

CHAPLAIN (PRIMARY AND SECONDARY)

Christway College Kingston is currently seeking applicants for a maternity adjustment/maternity leave CHAPLAINCY position, commencing start of Term 2, 2026 until the end of term 2, 2027 (five terms).

 

This position is PART-TIME starting at 0.6 FTE in Term 2, 2026 and increasing to 0.8 FTE from the start of Term 3, 2026 through to the end of Term 2, 2027. We welcome suitable candidates to apply after they have reviewed this information and the detailed position description, which can be found on the College website: www.christway.vic.edu.au (ABOUT tab > Employment).

 

Application Information

Applications will be received as advertised until Friday 13 March 2026 and should be marked with the position you are applying for and sent via email to the Head of Campus, Mr Jason Burgess at jason.burgess@christway.vic.edu.au

 

Applicants are invited to provide:

• a cover letter
• a concise curriculum vitae including:
  • personal details
  • church involvement
  • career experience, and
  • academic attainments
• three referees are required to be listed, including one church reference demonstrating an active Christian faith

 

In your cover letter, you may want to include reference to:

• ability to perform your responsibilities in a manner which reflects the College’s mission
• your capacity and experience to fulfil the position as outlined in the position description
• any previous experience regarding chaplaincy (or similar) ministry in a Christian context
• your pastoral heart for student welfare, community connectivity and parent partnership
• any relevant technological skills
• any other relevant experience

Christway College Kingston

Christway College – Kingston (CCK) is an established P-12 college with a strong faith formation emphasis and excellent academic results. CCK provides an innovative learning framework within a safe and supportive Christian environment with a vision for all our students to Grow in Christ, Strive for Excellence and Influence the World.¹

 

Staff members are expected to subscribe wholeheartedly to the Christway College Statement of Faith and be active Christians with church involvement

 

If you are successful in obtaining an interview you will be contacted by telephone. If your application is not successful, you will be notified by email.

 

Should you require any further information please telephone the College office on 03 8551 6650 or visit our website at, https://christway.vic.edu.au/.

¹ The College is committed to promoting and protecting the interests and safety of children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. Everyone working at the College is responsible for the care and protection of children. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct and the College’s Child Protection and Safety Policy. Applicants are required to provide a valid Working With Children Check/VIT and will be subject to background checking in accordance with this policy.