<ul> <li><strong>Full Time/Permanent Position</strong></li> <li><strong>Start Date Negotiable</strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>About Fraser Coast Anglican College</strong></p> <p>Fraser Coast Anglican College is a leading K-12 school in beautiful Hervey Bay, the gateway to World Heritage-listed K’gari. As a proud member of the Anglican Schools network of South East Queensland, FCAC has a strong reputation for academic excellence, student engagement, and holistic education. FCAC was awarded ‘Regional School of the Year’ at the 2022 Australian Education Awards, a testament to its commitment to innovation, quality teaching, and student success.</p> <p><strong>About the role</strong></p> <p>We are seeking a passionate and experienced Chaplain to become an integral part of our College community, bringing a faith-based perspective to all areas of College life.</p> <p>As a spiritual leader within the College, the Chaplain plays a vital role in nurturing the Christian faith and supporting the spiritual and pastoral wellbeing of students, staff, and families. The successful candidate will actively contribute to the Anglican identity of the College, fostering a sense of community, compassion, and service.</p> <p>The role includes leading and officiating regular Chapel services and other key College events. It is also expected that the Chaplain will contribute to the teaching program, ideally in Religious Education or another subject area suited to their qualifications and experience.</p> <p><strong>Duties</strong></p> <p>As a Chaplain, you will:</p> <ul> <li>Participate in the College’s pastoral care program</li> <li>Provide pastoral ministry and spiritual support to students, staff and families</li> <li>Create and coordinate worship experiences and Chapel services for students and staff</li> <li>Participate in school assemblies and special events</li> <li>Provide support and advice for staff in the integration of aspects of the Christian faith into their day to day teaching and classroom activities</li> <li>Contribute to the development delivery of religions and values education (RAVE) throughout the College (P – 12)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Skills and experience required</strong></p> <ul> <li>Eligible to be granted a ministry licence by the Bishop of the Northern Region</li> <li>University degree or professionally recognised qualification in theology and/or pastoral ministry</li> <li>Formal qualifications in Education (teacher)</li> <li>Current QCT registration</li> <li>Chaplaincy experience in an Independent school context or other environments involving extensive work with young people (highly desirable)</li> <li>Ability to communicate positively and effectively with staff, students and the wider school community with maturity and discretion, especially on spiritual matters</li> </ul> <p>To view the role statement for further information, please click <a href="https://www.fcac.qld.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Candidate-Information-School-Chaplain-December-2025-v2.pdf" rel="nofollow"><strong>here</strong></a>.</p> <p>Applications close <strong>4:00pm Friday, 23rd January 2026</strong>.</p> <p><strong>Culture</strong></p> <p>Staff at FCAC are caring and dedicated people who value relationships, insist on high standards and are supportive of the aims and ethos of an Anglican school.</p> <p><strong>Benefits</strong></p> <ul> <li>Work with a leading, award-winning regional school</li> <li>Work in a supportive and innovative team environment</li> <li>Fee discounts for children of staff members</li> <li>Health and wellbeing initiatives (EAP, annual flu vaccine)</li> <li>Salary packaging opportunities</li> </ul> <p>Fraser Coast Anglican College is an equal opportunity employer and a Child Safe Organisation.</p> <p><strong>How to apply</strong></p> <p>All applications must be received online via the ‘apply’ button on SEEK.</p> <p>If you would like to apply for this position, please include:</p> <ul> <li>a cover letter addressed to our Principal outlining:</li> </ul> <p>o&nbsp;&nbsp; why you believe you are a great fit for our role</p> <p>o&nbsp;&nbsp; why you want to work for FCAC</p> <ul> <li>name and contact details of two (2) recent work referees</li> <li>up to date resume</li> </ul> <p>The Principal</p> <p>Fraser Coast Anglican College</p> <p>PO Box 1150, Hervey Bay, Qld, 4655</p> <p>Telephone: <strong>(07) 4124 5411</strong></p> <p><i>Employment seekers wishing to work with children in paid non-teaching appointments must hold a current Paid Blue Card to be able to commence work. FCAC reserves the right to censor applications accordingly to comply with Queensland legislation, while also in accord with the Anglican Schools Recruitment Policy and timelines available at the time of processing each of its vacancies.</i></p>