School Chaplain

Are you passionate about nurturing spirituality, fostering belonging, and supporting young people on their faith journey? At St Luke’s Anglican School, you’ll join a caring, values-driven community committed to developing the heart, mind, and character of every student through our Anglican ethos and ‘The St Luke’s Way’. Based in Bundaberg, Queensland, St Luke’s offers the professional fulfilment of serving in a well-resourced and high-performing independent school, alongside the lifestyle benefits of a vibrant and welcoming regional community. As the School Chaplain, you will provide spiritual and pastoral leadership across the School, guiding students, staff, and families through worship, pastoral care, faith formation, and community engagement. You will help bring Christian principles to life through word, sacrament, service, and relationship, contributing deeply to the culture and well‑being of our School. You will lead worship in the Anglican tradition, teach Ethics and Faith, support pastoral teams, and build meaningful connections with local parishes and the wider community. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play an important role in shaping and sustaining the spiritual identity and values of St Luke’s. Permanent Position (1.0 FTE) Start Date Negotiable Teaching Chaplain Role with up to 0.4 FTE Teaching Load At St Luke’s, you’ll enjoy modern facilities, ongoing professional development, and a school culture that values both excellence and well‑being. Beyond the School gates, you’ll experience a relaxed coastal lifestyle with affordable living, a friendly community, and access to some of Australia’s most remarkable natural environments – from the Southern Great Barrier Reef to national parks and pristine beaches. St Luke’s Anglican School is one of Queensland’s leading regional schools, educating over 1,100 students from our Early Learning Centre to Year 12, and fostering each student’s full potential – academically, spiritually, and personally. Role Statement and Selection Criteria The role statement and selection criteria for this position are available at . Pre‑employment checks form part of the appointment process and cover such matters as Student Protection, Workplace Health and Safety, School Procedures and Policies, etc. Further information about these policies and procedures is available on the School’s website. The St Luke’s Anglican School Staff Recruitment and Selection Policy and the Staff Conduct – Guidelines and Expectations Policy apply to this position. Appointments to Chaplaincy roles are made in partnership with the Bishop’s office and the Anglican Schools Commission, consistent with the Protocol for Appointing a Chaplain or Lay Minister to an Anglican School. Applicants Should Apply By Submitting A copy of your resume (maximum 4 pages), including relevant education qualifications and a summary of work and ministry experience aligned with the selection criteria. Applicants are encouraged to upload a short video (maximum 2 minutes) introducing themselves and outlining why they would like to work with St Luke’s Anglican School. St Luke’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent our community. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or other statuses protected by relevant National and State law or regulations. Closing date may be reduced or extended as determined by business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr