At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support chaplaincy and collective worship in schools and colleges.
- Company: Church of England, Diocese of Oxford, committed to spiritual growth.
- Benefits: Generous pension, 25+ days holiday, wellbeing support, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Join a diverse team dedicated to equality and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on students' spiritual journeys and community life.
- Qualifications: Experience in education, chaplaincy, and strong interpersonal skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45378 - 48887 £ per year.
Overview
- Location: Oxford
- Hours: Part-time 0.6 FTE (22.2 hours per week)
- Salary: £45,378 to £48,887 (pro-rata per annum)
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing Date: 15 September 2025 at midnight
- Interview Date: 24 September 2025 at Church House Oxford, Kidlington
The Role
We seek applications from experienced and committed professionals with a genuine heart for leading the support for chaplaincy and collective worship across our schools, academies, colleges, and trusts. The successful candidate will work closely as part of a team of Diocesan School Advisers to develop new chaplaincies and nurture current provision. Support for collective worship in Church schools will be a core component of this exciting role.
About You
We are looking for a practicing Christian in sympathy with the Anglican tradition who can articulate the Christian faith. An ability to walk alongside colleagues in schools/colleges and form positive professional relationships is essential.
Key experience and qualities
- A relevant professional qualification in youth/children’s ministry, teaching, ordained ministry or equivalent
- Experience in education settings and with volunteers, ideally including leading collective worship in schools
- Understanding of chaplaincy in schools, with at least three years’ relevant experience
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, inspire and motivate others
- Emotional intelligence, resilience, and the confidence to take initiative and make sound decisions
- Knowledge of safeguarding in an educational context
- ICT literacy and willingness to embrace new technologies
- A valid driving licence and ability to travel across the diocese
Desirable
- Qualified teacher status
- Team management experience
- Knowledge of chaplaincy at a local and national level
The position is subject to enhanced DBS checks.
Benefits and Rewards
- Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% into the auto-enrolment pension scheme, which includes a death-in-service benefit (5% employee contribution)
- Re-accreditation as a Living Wage employer
- Annual holiday entitlement starting at 25 days, excluding public holidays, rising each year by one day to a maximum of 30 days, pro-rata for part-time employees
- In addition to the statutory UK public holidays, the Diocese offers three privilege days to all employees: Maundy Thursday, Ascension Day, and Christmas Eve (or the closest working day, where this falls on a weekend)
- Sabbatical leave, after a qualifying period of service
- Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced family-friendly policies and a generous occupational sick pay provision
- Free parking and subsidised on-site café
- Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes
- EV charging points on site
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme with Octopus Electric Dreams
- Cycle to Work scheme with Green Commute Initiative
- Contributions towards eye examinations and prescriptive lenses
- Access to low-interest rate financial services from Churches Mutual Credit Union
- An attractive and modern working environment
The successful candidate must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity before submitting your application, please feel free to contact the charity. Contact details are available once you start the process.
We want the organisation's commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in the composition of staff. We are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates from communities currently underrepresented in the diocese.
This post is exempt under paragraph 3 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. The charity supports and promotes the aims of the Church of England. This post has a representational role on behalf of the charity.
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Part-time
Job function: Education, Training, and Other
Industries: Religious Institutions and Non-profit Organizations
Chaplaincy and Collective Worship Adviser in Oxford employer: Church of England - Diocese of Oxford
The Diocese of Oxford is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the spiritual growth and development of its staff. With generous benefits such as a 12.5% pension contribution, ample holiday entitlement, and access to wellbeing support, employees are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. Located in the historic city of Oxford, this role provides unique opportunities for meaningful engagement within educational settings, fostering a sense of community and purpose in chaplaincy and collective worship.
Contact Details:
Church of England - Diocese of Oxford Recruitment Team
