School Chaplain

St Joseph's Primary School St Joseph's Primary School, Leeton is a place where our goal each day is for your child to find our school a place of faith, friendship, joy, discovery, challenge and learning. The dedicated and committed staff members of St Joseph’s Primary school are aware of the special privilege they share in the education of their students. We recognise that children learn at different rates and in different ways. Therefore we provide learning experiences that are child centred, differentiated, relevant and meaningful. As a result, St Joseph’s boasts a fine history of academic excellence. To find out more about St Joseph's Leeton, click here. About Leeton Leeton, in the heart of Australia's food bowl, is at the centre of the most productive region in the country. Leeton is a friendly town situated in the heart of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area (MIA) offering a wide variety of experiences for locals and visitors alike. The town exemplifies contemporary rural Australia with its rich heritage, diverse agriculture and renowned country hospitality. To find out more about the friendly & wonderful community of Leeton, click here. Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga? Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) serves twenty-four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities. In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning. We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs. Your New Role The role of the School Chaplain/Student Wellbeing Officer is to: Provide support for the holistic wellbeing of students Help to foster positive key interpersonal relationships within the school (inc. student-staff, student-student, and home-staff) Liaise with community service organisations when required Create opportunities for the social and emotional development of students. Enhance student engagement with the parish and broader community. Support pastoral care initiatives as requested. View Position Description Here. What We Can Offer Temporary Part-Time Position at St Joseph's Primary, Leeton Commencing 27th January 2026 - 27th January 2027 10 Hours/Week Work Schedule to be negotiated upon appointment Averaged - Does not work during school break Discounted Bupa Health Insurance Salary Packaging through Maxxia Access to our Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE Psychology Essential Criteria Meet the NSCP’s minimum qualification requirements (a Certificate IV in Youth Work or Pastoral Care (or equivalent) which must include competencies (or equivalent) in ‘mental health’ and ‘making appropriate referrals’). Demonstrate Christian values when engaging with children, parents, staff and the general public. Demonstrate the ability to perform the role as outlined by the National School Wellbeing Program. Have an understanding of childhood development and the issues pertinent to children/young people. Have the confidence, ability and experience to communicate and work with children/young people. Implement a student focused approach when working with key stakeholders. Demonstrate the ability to work consistently and positively within a team. Ensure that timely records are maintained on the service provided to the school Current NSW Working With Children Check Successful Candidate to Undergo a National Criminal History Check Accreditation for Support Staff in a Catholic School (Category A, Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or willing to achieve. Applications and Enquiries If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Gloria Blacka on or via email at Written applications addressing the selection criteria, including your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role to be sent to If you are applying for this position you must complete a Pre-Employment Declaration as part of CEDWW Recruitment requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further. All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW’s People and Culture team. Applications close Sunday 7th December 2025 CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr