This is a unique opportunity to step into a dual role combining Youth Pastor and School Chaplain at Rockingham Baptist Church, and working alongside students at South Coast Baptist College (shared campus). You will lead and grow a dynamic youth ministry (ages 12–17) while building meaningful connections within the school community—providing pastoral care, mentoring students, and strengthening the connection between church and college.

Key Responsibilities

Youth Ministry Leadership

- Lead and grow a thriving youth ministry (Years 7–12)
- Plan and deliver weekly Friday night youth and Sunday programs
- Disciple young people and create a safe, engaging environment
- Recruit, train, and support volunteer youth leaders
- Coordinate camps, outreach initiatives, and special events

School Chaplaincy:
- Provide pastoral care to students, staff, and families
- Be a visible, relational presence across the school campus
- Support student wellbeing with empathy and practical guidance
- Build strong connections between church and school communities

About You To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a clear calling and passion for youth ministry, a strong, active Christian faith aligned with Baptist values, proven ability to connect with teenagers and build trust, excellent communication and teaching skills, energy, adaptability,



and a willingness to try new approaches, strong teamwork and collaboration skills

Essential Requirements

- Relevant qualification (Ministry, Theology, Youth Work, or Chaplaincy – Diploma or higher)
- Willingness to work towards Baptist Churches Accreditation
- Current Working With Children Check (WA)
- Current National Police Clearance
- Full Australian working rights
- A willingness to make Rockingham Baptist Church your home church

Why Join Us? Rockingham Baptist Church is a vibrant, family-focused community passionate about helping people follow Jesus authentically. We value being real, having a go, gathering together, following Jesus and pursuing God in everything we do.

South Coast Baptist

College is a ministry of Rockingham Baptist Church, sharing a mission to see young people grow in faith, resilience, and character. Join a supportive, purpose-driven team environment, prospect to shape and grow a key ministry area, strong partnership with a local Christian college, access to a well-resourced youth facility, ongoing leadership and ministry development opportunities

Please submit your enquiries or application including a cover letter and CV to [email protected] or contact Sean on 0450 830 553

📌 Youth Pastor/ Chaplain (Waikiki)
🏢 Rockingham Baptist Church
📍 Waikiki