Location: Hurstville Grove/Oatley, NSW
Location type: On-Site
Date advertised: 13th April 2026
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Closing Date: 13th May 2026
At the start of 2026, St Aidan’s Hurstville Grove and St Paul’s Oatley amalgamated to become one united church, under the leadership of a new Senior Pastor. We are a growing church of around 350 adults and children, with a deep desire to see more people know Jesus and grow in him.
We are now seeking a godly and gifted male Assistant Pastor to join us in this exciting new chapter. This position reports to the Senior Pastor and is full time. You will be a significant member of our new combined staff team. This role has two key components:
1. Pastoring the morning congregation at Oatley
We hope to grow the ministry at our Oatley location (currently around 80 members), and are excited by the great opportunities for ministry there. You would be the pastor of the morning congregation at Oatley, with responsibility for:
- Regular preaching (also at our Hurstville Grove campus)
- Discipleship and pastoral care
- Leading services
- Helping connect with outsiders
- Following up and enfolding newcomers into the community
- Encouraging a culture of mission and evangelism
- Identifying congregation members gifts and empowering them for ministry.
- Baptisms, weddings and funerals as required.
2. In addition, you will take responsibility for one of the following, based on gifting, passion and experience:
- Mission & Evangelism Pastor: Lead and develop a culture of evangelism across both campuses, coordinating outreach initiatives and equipping members for mission.
- Young Adults Pastor: Pastor and disciple a growing community of around 30 young adults (18–25), helping them live for Christ and be equipped for ministry.
- Music Pastor: Lead and unify our music and tech teams across both campuses, shaping training, song selection, and ministry culture.
- Congregation Pastor for a second service.
Character, Qualifications and Experience
- Person of Christian Character with demonstrated commitment to Reformed Evangelical Christian values.
- A life that demonstrates grace and the transforming sanctifying work of God
- A passionate love for both Christ and his church, and a desire to see lives transformed by the gospel
- A servant heart that is willing to commit to the mission and direction of our church
- Teachable and willing to learn, with an ability to work both with and under authority, in the context of our ministry team and under the leadership of the Senior Pastor
- BTh degree preferred or working towards degree in Ministry, ideally with previous parish experience.
Skills and Capabilities
- Ability to teach the Bible faithfully, clearly, and practically
- Proven ability in pastoral care amongst congregations and community
- Proven ability to lead and train groups and ministry teams
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills
- A willingness to learn, grow, and adjust as the job may require
- The ability to work independently and as a team member
- The ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
- A passion and enthusiasm to work with volunteers and help them succeed
- Competency with basic computer software
Stipend
Stipend/salary will be according to Sydney Diocesan recommendations based on qualifications and experience. Housing or housing allowance will be provided.
Start Date
We are seeking someone who could begin as soon as possible. However, we are open to timing that allows the right person to finish current commitments (such as theological study), with a view to commencing no later than mid-January 2027.
Join Us
Come and be part of our joyful staff team in this newly united church. To find out more about the role, or to apply, please contact our Senior Pastor, Andrew West: andrew@grovechurch.org.au
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