Religious Worker (Supporting Role – Temporary Work: Religious Worker Route)
| Posting date: | 16 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Free food and Accommodation Provided |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 March 2026 |
| Location: | BS5 8HG |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Nirman Sewak Jatha Sikh Heritage |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | March2026 |
Summary
This position is offered strictly under the Temporary Work – Religious Worker (Tier 5) visa category. It is a supporting, non-pastoral role within the Gurdwara. The postholder will not lead a congregation, provide pastoral care, or undertake duties reserved for a Minister of Religion. The role involves supporting the Minister of Religion (Head Priest) in day-to-day religious activities in accordance with Sikh Rehat Maryada.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Undertake non-pastoral work and support activities to assist the Minister of Religion (Head Priest) as and when required at all religious duties within the organisation.
• Support the delivery of daily and weekly religious programmes under the direction of the Head Priest.
• Assist with the preparation and organisation of religious events, ceremonies, and Gurdwara programmes.
• Provide practical support during services, including preparing the Darbar Hall and ensuring smooth running of scheduled activities.
• Assist with the preparation and serving of Langar.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in areas used for religious activities.
• Carry out additional supporting tasks as reasonably required by the organisation.
Duties (Skills & Experience Required)
• Experience in a similar Religious Worker supporting role
• Ability to perform duties in accordance with Sikh Rehat Maryada under supervision
• Good written and spoken Punjabi
• Understanding of Sikh religion, Sikh way of life, and Gurdwara etiquette
• Ability to provide references from previous employers
• Willingness to follow Sikh moral codes of conduct
• Eligible to work in the UK (visa sponsorship available under the Temporary Work – Religious Worker route)
Duties & Responsibilities
• Undertake non-pastoral work and support activities to assist the Minister of Religion (Head Priest) as and when required at all religious duties within the organisation.
• Support the delivery of daily and weekly religious programmes under the direction of the Head Priest.
• Assist with the preparation and organisation of religious events, ceremonies, and Gurdwara programmes.
• Provide practical support during services, including preparing the Darbar Hall and ensuring smooth running of scheduled activities.
• Assist with the preparation and serving of Langar.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in areas used for religious activities.
• Carry out additional supporting tasks as reasonably required by the organisation.
Duties (Skills & Experience Required)
• Experience in a similar Religious Worker supporting role
• Ability to perform duties in accordance with Sikh Rehat Maryada under supervision
• Good written and spoken Punjabi
• Understanding of Sikh religion, Sikh way of life, and Gurdwara etiquette
• Ability to provide references from previous employers
• Willingness to follow Sikh moral codes of conduct
• Eligible to work in the UK (visa sponsorship available under the Temporary Work – Religious Worker route)