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Community Chaplain

Anglicare Sydney
Location: Sydney, NSW
Location type: On-Site
Date advertised: 9th January 2026
Job Type: Part time, Permanent
Closing Date: 29th January 2026

Transform Lives every single day 

The purpose of this rewarding Chaplain role is to provide spiritual leadership, and to provide emotional support to our community and family violence programs; as well as staff and volunteers servicing multiple locations in Minto in South West Sydney NSW and surrounding areas.

Key responsibilities include  

  • Provide a Christ centred pastoral approach and be an example of Christian living 
  • Support residents with their spiritual needs, facilitate their ongoing spiritual growth, enable non-Christian residents to explore the Christian faith and encourage Christian residents in their faith. 
  • Oversee the ministry of a part-time Pastoral Carer 
  • When appropriate, provide pastoral support to the families of residents 
  • Work collaboratively with other Chaplains, Pastoral Carers and Village Manager other village staff. 
  • Develop strong relationships with local churches in the area 

Requirements for success

  • Relevant Theological training essential; Ordained by - or Recognised Minister of the Archbishop of the Sydney Diocese of the Anglican Church 
  • Able to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality and reliability 
  • A loyal, humble, teachable, generous, and servant hearted leader. 
  • Someone with good listening skills, a pastoral heart and an ability to teach the Scriptures clearly 
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and work harmoniously with others 
  • A willingness to be involved in an Anglican congregation/parish and proven record of experience in ministry and pastoral care 
  • A personal commitment to growth in the Christian faith 
  • Current valid driver’s licence and access to your own vehicle 
  • A current Working with Children Check clearance 
  • Please note: A verbal reference from a Church Minister or Pastor is required. 

Why Anglicare?   

We provide meaningful opportunities and choice, both for the individuals and communities we support and the dedicated people here who make it happen.     

At Anglicare, you’ll get the security, stability and opportunities that come with a strong, well-established organisation that’s ready for the future. You’ll belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds. You will also be supported to gain new knowledge, deepen your experience and expertise, and shape a rewarding career. 

On top of that, here are just some of the tangible benefits you will enjoy in a career with us:    

  • Increase your take-home pay by up to $15,900 with salary packaging    
  • Ongoing professional development and leadership training to advance your career     
  • Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers    
  • Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family   

Anglicare is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. While we are guided by our Christian-based values, our team includes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others, and we value the diverse perspectives they bring. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. 

To register your interest for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ via our careers page [url=http://www.anglicare.org.au]http://www.anglicare.org.au[/url] or for more information or confidential conversation contact Kate Taylor – Talent Acquisition Partner on kate.taylor@anglicare.org.au or number 0499 887 357

Please be aware that this job ad was placed and authorised only for the sydneyanglicans.net website.

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