University Chaplain

York, North Yorkshire (GB)
£32,548 to £37,706 per annum (pay award pending)
30 Jul 2018
19 Aug 2018
122-18
Permanent
Full Time

University Chaplain

£32,548 to £37,706 per annum (pay award pending)

In our Chaplain we are looking for someone who is inspiring, understanding and compassionate with the ability to build effective relationships within the University community and gain the trust and respect of staff and students. You must be committed to the provision of high quality pastoral care and an inclusive environment that welcomes and supports a diverse range of staff and students from all faiths and none.

Licensed by the Archbishop of York, you will foster the spiritual life of the University, lead worship, provide pastoral care and manage all matters associated with the running of the Chaplaincy, including providing leadership to our team of Faith Advisers.

To apply you must have previous experience in a pastoral role in a variety of contexts and in a varied community, experience of working with different faith communities and knowledge and understanding of higher education, its context and the student experience.

In addition to a competitive salary and the opportunity to work at our beautiful campus in the heart of York, YSJ employees enjoy access to a superb range of benefits including –

 

  • Generous annual leave entitlement (plus additional leave days during our Christmas closure period)
  • Pension scheme
  • Health cash plan
  • Training and development
  • Discounts at a wide range of high street brands and local companies, including shops, cinemas and gyms.

We welcome all applicants and particularly people from minority ethnic backgrounds as they are underrepresented within the university.

Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form.

Closing Date -
Sunday 19 August 2018 at midnight

Provisional Interview Date -
Thursday 13 September 2018