Expressions of Interest - Chaplain Roles - Western Australia
About Scripture Union Australia
Scripture Union Australia is an interdenominational Christian movement committed to providing Australian children, young people and families with opportunities to experience the transforming love of Jesus and to pursue a lifelong journey of discipleship.
SU Australia is part of the worldwide Scripture Union movement, a movement of Christians working with churches to make God’s Good News known to children, young people and families and to encourage people of all ages to meet God daily through Bible reading and prayer. (https://su.org.au)
SU Australia is a charitable 'limited by guarantee' not-for-profit organisation comprising more than 1000 staff and thousands of volunteers, working with churches and serving in communities in all states and territories across Australia.
All SU Australia staff and volunteers are empowered and equipped to champion a child safe culture and are committed to the highest standards of safety and care in our work with children, young people and families.
SU Australia in the Western Australia (WA)
School Chaplaincy
SU Chaplains work to provide a chaplaincy service for children and young people in schools, their families and school staff. All SU Chaplaincy staff and volunteers are empowered and equipped to champion a child safe culture and are committed to the highest standards of safety and care in our work with children, young people and families.
About the role
Chaplains provide social and emotional support to school communities. They are in the prevention and support business: helping students find a better way to deal with issues ranging from family breakdown and loneliness to drug abuse, depression, and anxiety. They provide a listening ear and a caring presence for kids in crisis, and those who just need a friend. They also provide support for staff and parents in school communities.
Please note there are minimum qualifications to being a Chaplain. You can view these requirements here. More information about SU Chaplaincy is available HERE
When applying for this position:
The following documents will need to be uploaded:
- A copy of your current Working with Vulnerable People Card with details and;
- Proof of your current relevant qualifications, including academic transcripts
Please call 1300 478 753 if you have any questions.
