Pastoral Care

 

Our School Chaplaincy Service

 

Chaplaincy is a well-accepted and valued pastoral care model in many parts of society (e.g. defence forces, sports, industry, hospitals etc).

 

The Chaplaincy Service at this school is provided by a Pastoral Care Worker, on behalf of the local combined Christian community, employed by Schools Ministry Group (SMG).

 

The Chaplaincy Service is funded by the National School Chaplaincy Program (NSCP), administered by the Department for Education, with additional contribution from the local community.

 

The Lyndoch School communities Pastoral Care Worker is Jo Herrmann.

Jo Herrmann

A Pastoral Care Worker who is trained, experienced and passionate to support the students, families and staff of our school community.

Jo provides pastoral and practical support to:

• STUDENTS by listening, taking an interest in them, being involved with their daily lives, being a positive role model and facilitating programs

• STAFF by being a supporting resource, providing a listening ear, encouragement, friendship and supporting their personal wellbeing
• FAMILIES by being a person of contact, listening, caring, providing support in times of crisis as well as being a referral to support services
• COMMUNITY by being a link between school and the community

 

Jo finds it an honour and privilege to share in the highs and lows of the lives in our community. She enjoys walking alongside young people developing their social skills and empowering them to reach their full potential.  Read More