Assistant Chaplain (Anglican) at Serco Plc

Doncaster, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Theological Qualification, Pastoral Experience, Communication Skills, Organisational Skills, Crisis Management, IT Literacy, Professional Development, Collaboration

Industry

Facilities Services

Description

Assistant Anglican Chaplain – HMP & YOI Doncaster Location: Doncaster Working Pattern: Full-time, 5 days a week (Sunday to Thursday) Contract Type: Permanent, Band 7 Serco is currently recruiting for a dedicated Assistant Chaplain to join the Multi-Faith Chaplaincy Team at HMP & YOI Doncaster. This role plays a vital part in ensuring prisoners are supported in their faith and spiritual needs, while also contributing to the pastoral care of staff and the wider prison community. About the Role This role specifically focuses on Anglican/ C of E Christian prisoners, delivering religious services, mentoring, and helping individuals in times of crisis. You will also work with volunteers, external faith communities, and various internal stakeholders to maintain a high standard of chaplaincy care. Key responsibilities include: Act as Faith/Belief adviser in the establishment providing advice, pastoral care and spiritual welfare to prisoners, staff and their families as requested. Facilitate and deliver opportunities for worship/meditation/meditation, study, and religious programmes. Contribute towards the development of local policy, procedures, and practice. Provide mentoring and personal support for other chaplains and volunteers including following incidents. Plan and lead worship/meditation/meditation, prayer, and faith/belief specific meetings. Provide pastoral care to prisoners and help to provide support and bring resolution to crisis situations where required. Facilitate services provided by contractors and volunteers. Acquire and distribute appropriate religious literature, supplies, and materials. Be part of the organisation and delivery of Faith Awareness Training for staff. Take responsibility for your own spiritual health and development, allowing time for private prayer, study, and retreat. Attend relevant boards/meetings and actively contribute either as chair or team member. Participate in developing ways for improving and achieving targets as required, undertake, and ensure that all relevant administration, data collection and analysis including relevant targets are collated What You’ll Need to Succeed Recognised theological qualification, typically to Diploma level Proven pastoral experience in a chaplaincy, ministry, or community setting Strong communication and organisational skills Ability to manage complex and sensitive situations with professionalism Good IT literacy and willingness to maintain relevant records and reports Commitment to continuing professional development and collaboration within a multi-faith team Must be able to pass enhanced security vetting (DBS clearance required) Working Hours This is a full-time position, working Sunday to Thursday each week to ensure pastoral coverage during key times within the establishment. What we offer 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Annual leave purchase scheme. Up to 6% contributory pension scheme (max) Flexible working options. A Serco benefits portal offering a wide range of discounts for major high street brands in Retail, Leisure & Hospitality. A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, free flu jabs and more. A wealth of career development training to suit your future aspirations. These range from role specific training, leadership coaching, formal study and much more to support you to build your career with Serco. A safe and supportive culture. A company passionate about diversity and inclusion. All Serco employees must ensure that their current line manager is aware of their application. For confidential enquiries please contact MyHR. Serco are Disability Confident Leader employers and are committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Chaplain will provide spiritual support and pastoral care to prisoners, staff, and their families, focusing on Anglican/C of E Christian prisoners. Responsibilities include facilitating worship, mentoring, and contributing to the development of local policies and procedures.