Job Description
Make a difference in the lives of young people at King's College Warrnambool.
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Support students in their social, emotional, spiritual and personal development
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Build meaningful relationships with students, families and staff
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Contribute to a caring, Christ-centred school community from ELC to Year 12
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Develop and deliver programs that promote student wellbeing, belonging and resilience
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Make a difference in the lives of young people at King's College Warrnambool.
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Support students in their social, emotional, spiritual and personal development
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Build meaningful relationships with students, families and staff
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Contribute to a caring, Christ-centred school community from ELC to Year 12
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Develop and deliver programs that promote student wellbeing, belonging and resilience
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About King's College
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King's College is a Christian co-educational school in Warrnambool, providing education from ELC to Year 12. We are committed to providing a holistic education that nurtures students academically, spiritually, socially and emotionally.
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Our desire is to see every student known, valued and supported as they grow and develop within a safe, caring and Christ-centred workplace.
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About the role
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Working as part of our broader student wellbeing and pastoral care team, the School Chaplain / Wellbeing Officer will provide support to students across the College, developing trusting relationships and helping students navigate the social, emotional, spiritual and personal challenges they may experience.
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The successful applicant will contribute to a positive and inclusive school culture through pastoral care, mentoring, wellbeing initiatives, small-group programs and opportunities for students to explore and grow in their faith.
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The role will involve working collaboratively with teachers, Heads of School, Learning Support, Chaplaincy, families and external professionals to ensure students receive appropriate support.
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Your day-to-day will involve
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Providing pastoral care, mentoring and wellbeing support to students
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Building positive and trusting relationships with students and identifying opportunities to support their wellbeing and engagement
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Supporting students experiencing social, emotional, family or other personal challenges
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Developing and facilitating wellbeing, resilience,



personal development and small-group programs
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Supporting and contributing to Christian programs, prayer, devotions and other opportunities for students to explore and grow in their faith
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Working collaboratively with teachers, Heads of School, Learning Support staff and College leadership
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Liaising appropriately with parents and carers regarding student wellbeing and support
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Speaking and presenting regularly at College assemblies, chapels and other whole-school gatherings, sharing age-appropriate Christian messages and reflections
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Working with external professionals and agencies where referrals or additional support are required
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Supporting College camps, excursions, assemblies, events and other activities that contribute to student wellbeing and community
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Maintaining appropriate records and documentation while ensuring confidentiality and professional boundaries
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Contributing to a safe, respectful and welcoming environment in which every student feels known and valued
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About you
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You are a caring, mature and relational person who genuinely enjoys working with young people. You are able to build trust, listen well and respond with empathy while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
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You will be a committed Christian who is actively involved in the life of a Bible-based evangelical church and is able to support and model the Christian ethos and values of King's College.
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You will also bring:
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A genuine passion for supporting the wellbeing and development of young people
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Demonstrated experience in pastoral care, student wellbeing, chaplaincy, counselling, youth work or a related field
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Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
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The ability to establish positive relationships with students, parents, staff and external professionals
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Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage confidential information appropriately
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The ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
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A calm,



compassionate and non-judgemental approach
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A commitment to child safety and the wellbeing of all students
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The ability to contribute positively to the Christian life and culture of the College
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Qualifications and experience
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A relevant qualification in one or more of the following areas would be highly regarded:
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Chaplaincy and pastoral care
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Counselling
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Youth work
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Community services
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Social work
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Psychology or wellbeing
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Education or student support
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Experience working within a school, youth, pastoral care or community setting will also be highly regarded.
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Applicants must hold, or be willing to obtain, the relevant Victorian child safety and employment screening requirements, including a Working with Children Check.
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Why join King's College?
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At King's College, we believe education is about more than academic achievement. It is about knowing and supporting the whole person and helping young people develop into confident, compassionate and purposeful individuals.
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As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to:
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Make a genuine difference in the lives of young people and their families
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Work within a supportive Christian school community
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Contribute to a strong culture of pastoral care and student wellbeing
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Develop meaningful relationships across our ELC to Year 12 community
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Participate in professional learning and development
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Be part of a team committed to providing holistic Christian education
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Work in beautiful South West Victoria, with the lifestyle and community that Warrnambool has to offer
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Our Christian commitment
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King's College is committed to providing quality Christian education and fostering a community where students and staff are encouraged to grow in faith, character, knowledge and service.
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The successful applicant will be expected to actively support the Christian ethos of King's College and conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the College's values, policies and Code of Conduct.
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King's College is committed to child safety and the protection of children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe environment in which all students are respected, valued and supported.
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📌 School Chaplain / Wellbeing Officer (Warrnambool)
🏢 King's College
📍 Warrnambool