School Chaplain
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 22 Mai 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 16 Mehefin 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 2JR |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 0b87718e-2c63-492e-a8c0-37facb35ba74 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, Christian Chaplain with a strong Christian faith and a passion to inspire and support all members of our vibrant school family.
There is a genuine occupational requirement that the postholder be a practising Christian. The Academy welcomes pupils of all faiths and none. Our worship reflects the broad range of Christian traditions.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• 5 good GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics
• Educated to Degree or Diploma level or currently working towards this
ESSENTIAL GENERAL ATTRIBUTES
• A person in touch with contemporary youth culture and with experience of working with young people
• Ability to reflect theologically on youth issues
• An inclusive vision for helping young people explore what it is to be a Christian in the 21st century
• Effective communicator at all levels
• An understanding of the Church of England’s involvement in education.
• A strong commitment to work ecumenically
• Sensitivity to working with young people and staff from all faiths and none
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A vision for the development of worship and spirituality
• An ability to work with and manage teams
• Enthusiastic, inspired and motivated
• Good sense of humour
• Access to a car and a full driving licence essential
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Emotional maturity and cultural sensitivity
What the school offers its staff
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
- NJC pay scale: NJC 20-25, £31,586 - £35,235 pro rata. Actual salary £25,666 - £28,632.
- Local Government pension scheme.
- Access to Employee Assistance programme offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health and legal advice.
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and support to develop your career.
Commitment to safeguarding
St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, Christian Chaplain with a strong Christian faith and a passion to inspire and support all members of our vibrant school family.
There is a genuine occupational requirement that the postholder be a practising Christian. The Academy welcomes pupils of all faiths and none. Our worship reflects the broad range of Christian traditions.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• 5 good GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics
• Educated to Degree or Diploma level or currently working towards this
ESSENTIAL GENERAL ATTRIBUTES
• A person in touch with contemporary youth culture and with experience of working with young people
• Ability to reflect theologically on youth issues
• An inclusive vision for helping young people explore what it is to be a Christian in the 21st century
• Effective communicator at all levels
• An understanding of the Church of England’s involvement in education.
• A strong commitment to work ecumenically
• Sensitivity to working with young people and staff from all faiths and none
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A vision for the development of worship and spirituality
• An ability to work with and manage teams
• Enthusiastic, inspired and motivated
• Good sense of humour
• Access to a car and a full driving licence essential
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Emotional maturity and cultural sensitivity
What the school offers its staff
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
- NJC pay scale: NJC 20-25, £31,586 - £35,235 pro rata. Actual salary £25,666 - £28,632.
- Local Government pension scheme.
- Access to Employee Assistance programme offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health and legal advice.
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and support to develop your career.
Commitment to safeguarding
St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.