Lay Chaplain

Lay Chaplain

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead retreats and prepare high-quality resources for worship.
  • Company: The Academy is supported by the St Gabriel the Archangel CMAT and the Archdiocese of Birmingham.
  • Benefits: Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities.
  • Other info: The position requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
  • Why this job: This role is integral to the school's distinctive Lasallian charism.
  • Qualifications: Candidates must be practising Catholics with a strong faith and experience working with young people.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

The Academy wishes to appoint a dynamic practising Catholic who will have an outstanding ability to support and develop the Academy’s liturgical and wider Catholic life. The role of the Lay Chaplain is an integral position and lies at the very heart of the school and its very special and distinctive Lasallian charism.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has a strong Catholic Faith
  • Works well with young people
  • Wants to inspire and support the development of the faith of the young people and staff
  • Is willing to lead retreats and pilgrimages
  • Has the skills to prepare and deliver high quality resources and acts of worship for our students

The successful candidate will be of an excellent quality and be able to place their faith at the forefront of everything they do, helping to guide and develop the spiritual life of the school and everyone within our community.

The Academy enjoys the active support of the newly formed St Gabriel the Archangel CMAT and the Archdiocese of Birmingham. As such, the successful candidate will enjoy access to a wide range of professional development.

The Academy is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all of its employees to share this commitment. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment Order 1986 and, as such, it will be necessary for a Submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous convictions. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online/social media check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, September 2023.

Potential candidates are welcome to visit the school by appointment, by contacting Mrs K McGough (Academy Manager).

Lay Chaplain employer: St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy

Join a vibrant Academy committed to developing the spiritual life of its community. Located in Birmingham, it offers professional development and values safeguarding children. The supportive environment encourages collaboration with the Archdiocese of Birmingham.

St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy

Contact Details:

St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Lay Chaplain

Strong Catholic Faith
Youth Engagement
Inspirational Leadership
Retreat and Pilgrimage Leadership
Resource Preparation
Worship Delivery
Spiritual Guidance