Pagan Chaplain
| Posting date: | 01 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £23000-30000 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 July 2025 |
| Location: | Derby, ST14 8XR |
| Company: | Serco Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 301935-43492012 |
Summary
Serco Limited
Pagan Chaplain (Chaplaincy Role)HMP DovegateUttoxeter, ST14 8XR
Part-Time (1 day per week – either Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday)
Are you driven by a calling to make a difference? Join us at HMP Dovegate and take on a role that is as fulfilling as it is impactful. As a Pagan Chaplain, you will play a crucial role in providing spiritual care and support to residents and staff during a pivotal time in their lives. Through worship, pastoral guidance, and faith-based programmes, you will help individuals find purpose, dignity, and hope. This is your chance to make a real difference, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment while empowering others to achieve positive change.
HMP Dovegate is a Category B prison in Staffordshire, housing up to 1,100 adult male residents. With a focus on rehabilitation and personal development, our facility includes a Therapeutic Community that supports residents in their journey towards reintegration into society. At HMP Dovegate, respect, understanding, and support are at the core of everything we do.
Main responsibilities of the role include:
- Function as a faith advisor, providing spiritual guidance and pastoral care to Pagan residents, staff, and their families.
- Plan and lead worship, meditation, and prayer at faith-specific meetings.
- Promote awareness of Pagan practices and coordinate recognition of seasonal festivals and other relevant events.
- Support residents in their resettlement by building connections with external Pagan faith communities.
- Collaborate with the multi-faith team to develop inclusive chaplaincy policies and programmes.
- Provide pastoral care during crises and contribute to the rehabilitation journey of residents.
- Contribute to chaplaincy administration and ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Carry out responsibilities across both the Main Prison and Therapeutic Community areas of HMP Dovegate.
What you’ll need to do the role:
- Recognition as a Pagan faith practitioner or equivalent qualifications as a Pagan spiritual advisor.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and inspire others.
- Experience in pastoral care, chaplaincy, or related roles, ideally within a custodial or similar environment.
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to working in a diverse team.
- Good IT literacy and the ability to manage administrative responsibilities effectively.
Why Serco
- A place you can make an impact: The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters – delivering essential services that touch people’s lives.
- A place you can count on: Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.
- A place for you: We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you succeed. You’ll have the resources you need to do your job in a diverse and supportive environment.
What we offer:
- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
- Working in a tight-knit, friendly team environment
- A Serco benefits portal offering a wide range of discounts for major high-street brands in retail, leisure, and hospitality.
- A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family, such as the Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, free flu jabs, and more.
- A wealth of career development training to suit your future aspirations, including role-specific training, leadership coaching, and formal study opportunities.
- Employment in a company that is passionate about diversity and inclusion and provides a safe and supportive culture.
Pagan Chaplain (Chaplaincy Role)HMP DovegateUttoxeter, ST14 8XR
Part-Time (1 day per week – either Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday)
Are you driven by a calling to make a difference? Join us at HMP Dovegate and take on a role that is as fulfilling as it is impactful. As a Pagan Chaplain, you will play a crucial role in providing spiritual care and support to residents and staff during a pivotal time in their lives. Through worship, pastoral guidance, and faith-based programmes, you will help individuals find purpose, dignity, and hope. This is your chance to make a real difference, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment while empowering others to achieve positive change.
HMP Dovegate is a Category B prison in Staffordshire, housing up to 1,100 adult male residents. With a focus on rehabilitation and personal development, our facility includes a Therapeutic Community that supports residents in their journey towards reintegration into society. At HMP Dovegate, respect, understanding, and support are at the core of everything we do.
Main responsibilities of the role include:
- Function as a faith advisor, providing spiritual guidance and pastoral care to Pagan residents, staff, and their families.
- Plan and lead worship, meditation, and prayer at faith-specific meetings.
- Promote awareness of Pagan practices and coordinate recognition of seasonal festivals and other relevant events.
- Support residents in their resettlement by building connections with external Pagan faith communities.
- Collaborate with the multi-faith team to develop inclusive chaplaincy policies and programmes.
- Provide pastoral care during crises and contribute to the rehabilitation journey of residents.
- Contribute to chaplaincy administration and ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Carry out responsibilities across both the Main Prison and Therapeutic Community areas of HMP Dovegate.
What you’ll need to do the role:
- Recognition as a Pagan faith practitioner or equivalent qualifications as a Pagan spiritual advisor.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and inspire others.
- Experience in pastoral care, chaplaincy, or related roles, ideally within a custodial or similar environment.
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to working in a diverse team.
- Good IT literacy and the ability to manage administrative responsibilities effectively.
Why Serco
- A place you can make an impact: The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters – delivering essential services that touch people’s lives.
- A place you can count on: Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.
- A place for you: We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you succeed. You’ll have the resources you need to do your job in a diverse and supportive environment.
What we offer:
- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
- Working in a tight-knit, friendly team environment
- A Serco benefits portal offering a wide range of discounts for major high-street brands in retail, leisure, and hospitality.
- A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family, such as the Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, free flu jabs, and more.
- A wealth of career development training to suit your future aspirations, including role-specific training, leadership coaching, and formal study opportunities.
- Employment in a company that is passionate about diversity and inclusion and provides a safe and supportive culture.
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