A School Chaplain is a safe person for young people to connect with at school, providing a listening ear, caring presence, and message of hope. They care for students struggling with a wide range of issues, including: family problems, confusing relationships, friendship issues, peer pressure, self-esteem issues, bullying and stress and anxiety.
SU QLD School Chaplains run positive, fun activities for young people - both in and out of school - and foster a supportive, caring school community. This includes support for at-risk students, support for staff and families from the wider school community, and spiritual support and direction for the school community.
The partnership between the school and the Chaplain, supported by local churches, businesses and community organisations, provides a network of local support and assistance. These positive relationships help young people to face issues, and provide hope, connection, meaning, and purpose.
More than 500 school chaplains (affectionately called "Chappies") are employed in over 600 Queensland schools.
50% of Queensland state schools have a Chaplain.
340,000 students have access to a Chaplain.
45% of primary schools have a Chaplain.
80% of high schools have a Chaplain.
Since SU QLD first introduced a Chaplain to a State school in 1990, Chaplaincy Services have been implemented in more than 600 schools across Queensland.
Working alongside other caring professionals, SU QLD Chaplains care for young people’s spiritual and emotional needs through pastoral care, activity programs, community outreach and adventure-based learning.
Most importantly, SU QLD Chaplains provide a personal point of Christian contact, care and support for students, teachers and their families within their schools.
As the premier Chaplaincy employing authority working in Queensland schools, SU QLD is the first choice for communities wishing to place Chaplains in their local schools.
SU QLD provides employment, training and support for all SU QLD School Chaplains.
Representatives from local churches, schools and communities form Local Chaplaincy Committees (LCCs) to administer and raise funds for their particular Chaplains.
SU QLD Chaplaincy Services operate in accordance with the Education Queensland Chaplaincy Policy.
Josephine's Story
So, what does Chaplaincy look like on the ground? How do Chappy's make a difference? Josephine Aufai shares some of her experiences as a high school chaplain...
Want to know more? Please email the SU QLD or call: 07 3112 6400
Upcoming Positions - Apply Online Numerous SU QLD Chaplaincy positions are currently vacant.
If you or someone you know is interested in applying for one or more of these positions, please visit: Apply Online
If you require more information, please email the SU QLD or call: 07 3112 6400
