Full Time, Permanent

LGS 5 point 15-19 FTE £29,093 - £31,067

Lay ChaplainTerm-time only, 37 hours per week +1 week in the summer holidaysSeptember 2025LGS grade 5 point 15 – 19 (£29,093 - £31,067) - FTE, Actual (£26,072 – 27,841) Pay Rise Pending6 Weeks paid holidaySt Joseph’s College wishes to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and approachable practising Catholic in the role of Lay Chaplain.  With high levels of interpersonal and organisational skills, the Lay Chaplain will take on the role of prayer and liturgy coordinator. You will work alongside a fantastic, experienced and dedicated specialist RE department as well as support the wider Catholic life of the school.Rated as outstanding in our last section 48 inspection, February 2019, our faith life is at the heart of all we do.  Therefore, the role of Lay Chaplain is crucial to this.The role:To support, sustain and nurture the distinctive Catholic ethos of the schoolTo provide opportunities for sacramental life, prayer, celebration and reflection across the school communityTo plan, develop and celebrate suitable activities to mark major Feasts and Seasons of the Church, and events in the life of the schoolTo liaise with the Archdiocese in order to improve and nurture links with parishes and our local/worldwide communityTo engage with the wider Edmund Rice schools’ network and initiativesTo co-ordinate the school retreat programme for students across all key stagesTo lead, along with PICCL (Person in Charge of Catholic Life) and subject lead for RE on the monitoring and evaluation of the catholic life of the schoolTo take a leading role in CSI (Catholic Schools Inspectorate) monitoring and Inspection visits, alongside PICCL / Headteacher / Subject Leader for RE.We are looking for you if you:Are a practising CatholicCan identify work priorities and manage own workload effectivelyCan foster and develop good pastoral relationshipsAre flexible and keen to further develop your skillsAre educated to (Essential: GCSE Grade C / 4 or above in English and Maths, Desirable: Degree )Can work calmly under pressure and maintain a high level of professional integrityHave knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly WordHave good communication and interpersonal skillsWhat we can offer:A competitive Salary;Pension SchemeHoliday PayEmployee Assistance Programme;Training Opportunities and a commitment to promote staff wellbeingClose to bus & train links or staff car parkingIf this role interests you, please see further information about the College and the post.  Application forms should be completed and returned Fiona Uschmann, Head’s PA/HR Manager at fuschmann@stjosephsmail.comClosing Date: 27 June 2025Interviews: 8 July 2025St Joseph's College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants for these posts will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.In accordance with KCSIE, the school will consider carrying out an online search as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates