Pastoral Care Worker - Lambton

St John's Primary School - Lambton

LAMBTON, NSW 


Chaplains / Pastoral Care

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time

Applications Close: 29 August 2025


St John's Primary School, Lambton is seeking a Permanent Part Time (14 hours per week) Pastoral Care Worker to join the team 13th October. 

<p>Join Our Team – Pastoral Care Worker (Permanent Part-Time)<br> St John’s Primary School, Lambton<br> Commencing: 13 October 2025 | Hours: 14 per week<br><br> St John’s Primary School, Lambton is seeking a compassionate and dedicated&nbsp;Pastoral Care Worker&nbsp;to join our vibrant school community in a&nbsp;permanent part-time capacity.<br><br> At St John’s, we pride ourselves on providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for students from Kindergarten to Year 6.<br> Our school is committed to supporting the wellbeing and holistic development of every child, fostering a culture of care, respect, and belonging.<br><br> As a Pastoral Care Worker, you will play a vital role in promoting student wellbeing, offering social and emotional support, and contributing to a positive school culture.<br> You’ll work closely with staff, students, and families to help create a safe and supportive learning environment where every child can thrive.<br><br> Why Join St John’s?<br><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>A welcoming and supportive school community<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Commitment to evidence-based teaching and reflective practice<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Modern facilities and integration of 21st-century learning technologies<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>A focus on nurturing the unique potential of every student<br><br><br> If you’re passionate about student wellbeing and want to make a meaningful impact in a caring school environment, we’d love to hear from you.<br><br><br><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://mncatholic.sharepoint.com/:b:/t/HR-HumanResourcesTeamSite-Active-PositionDescriptionLibrary/EfmO6jqi-D5HkzXb3sYHed8BWabbmvfEWhCZWdLzPC4zuA?e=AYGC7M"><strong>POSITION DESCRIPTION</strong></a><br><br> Pastoral care is defined in the Project Agreement with the Commonwealth Government as the practice of looking after the personal needs of students, not just their academic needs, through the provision of general spiritual and personal advice.<br><br> Pastoral care workers support the Pastoral Care of students by providing:<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>pastoral care services<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>strategies that support the wellbeing of the broader school community. NSCP, 2019, 10. (Guidelines on NSW Arrangements for 2020–2022).<br><br> &nbsp;The role of the pastoral care worker will vary depending on the needs of the individual schools and their communities. Therefore, schools are encouraged to shape the role of the position according to local needs and the capacities of the incumbent.</li> </ul>