TRANSFORM LIVES EVERYDAY! Make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people by providing spiritual and emotional support in our Residential Aged Care Homes – The Terraces in Paddington this role is part time 3 or 2 days a week choose what works for you. ABOUT THE ROLE Anglicare is seeking a compassionate and relational Pastoral Carer to support residents through pastoral conversations, prayer, Bible reading and spiritual activities. You’ll work closely with Chaplains, Residential Managers, and Lifestyle teams to contribute to holistic resident care. WHAT YOU’LL DO Provide pastoral support with empathy, dignity, and respect. Assist, observe and help plan spiritual and responsive activities such as prayer and Bible reading. Support communication and facilitation of Chaplaincy and Lifestyle activities. Contribute to documentation including Key to Me and Life Story. Promote a culturally respectful environment, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Support new residents as they transition into residential aged care Support the Chaplain in the provision of Chapel and other Christian activities Provide pastoral End of Life care for residents Complete and maintain appropriate documentation in Clinical Manager Collaborate with Multi-Disciplinary Team to provide person centred care Provide pastoral care to staff and family members affected by grief and loss. Provide one-to-one pastoral visitation to all residents of the home ABOUT YOU Relevant training/qualifications in Pastoral Care highly regarded Personal and active Christian faith is essential An active listener who builds trust and rapport and demonstrates a high level of empathy and compassion. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Can maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and reliability Previous experience in ministry/pastoral care/aged care preferred Please note: A verbal reference from a Church Minister or Pastor is required. Experience in ministry or pastoral care. Ability to build rapport and connect warmly with residents. Able to communicate clearly and complete spiritual/emotional documentation. Commitment to integrity, confidentiality and ethical practice. 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 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 We’re many services, with one purpose, to meet people where they are and walk with them. At Anglicare, we believe everyone is Made for Connection, with God, with each other, and with the places we call home. But sometimes, life unravels. That’s where we step in, in Community and Mission, offering hope, support, and presence. From food relief to chaplaincy, crisis care to caring for the wellbeing of the elderly, every moment of connection matters. And it’s not just what we do. It’s how we do it: side-by-side, with compassion and care. To apply for the role, please click the ‘Apply’ button now. Or Contact Kate Taylor - Talent Acquisition Partner - kate.taylor@anglicare.org.au with any questions or to book in for a confidential call. 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. Application Close Date: May 08, 2026
