Our School - School Chaplain
What does a Chaplain Do?
The role of a Chaplain is to care. They are there for the child when he/she needs someone to listen to them.
A Chaplain can:
- Listen to a child when they want to talk
- Provide Pastoral Care (encouragement and support)
- Run support groups/short courses (e.g. anger management, grief support, BUZ)
- Help sort out a problem or issue with a child when they are disruptive or not coping in class
- Refer a child to other professionals
- Support teachers in class, helping out as needed
- Listen to and help with student’s concerns
- Be available to talk with parents about a range of topics, including when they have concerns about their children
