At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide spiritual care and support to residents and the community while leading engaging Christian activities.
- Company: YMCA St Paul’s Group, a charity dedicated to supporting young people and vulnerable adults.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, free gym access, discounts, wellbeing services, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Part-time role with a supportive and diverse community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while championing inclusivity and Christian values.
- Qualifications: Practising Christian with experience in pastoral support and a creative approach to faith engagement.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 32000 £ per year.
YMCA St Paul’s Group (SPG) is a charity and registered housing provider that aims to support young people and vulnerable adults through a range of services including supported housing, health and wellbeing, education, and family programmes.
The Chaplain provides pastoral care and Christian chaplaincy services to residents, service users, staff, volunteers and the wider community. The role focuses on spiritual support, engagement activity delivery, network development, volunteer coordination and the embodiment of the Christian ethos across the organisation.
Responsibilities
- Provide confidential spiritual care and pastoral support to residents, members of the public, visitors, staff and volunteers.
- Lead prayer and acts of worship and facilitate exploration of Christian faith and spirituality.
- Develop and deliver Christian engagement activities, including small-group programmes, peer support, discussion-based and retreat formats, and activities linked to incidents, festivals and celebrations.
- Build and maintain relationships with local churches, Christian agencies and other faith-based communities to promote involvement with SPG.
- Establish and support a network of Christian chaplaincy volunteers, providing guidance for regular or ad-hoc pastoral care.
- Champion the Christian ethos and core values, fostering an inclusive culture where staff, residents and customers feel belonging and authenticity.
Qualifications
- Practising Christian with a strong understanding of Christian theology.
- Significant experience in providing spiritual and pastoral support, especially to young people or vulnerable adults.
- Creative approach to faith exploration and engagement.
- Relevant qualification or training in theology or a related field (desirable).
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse community, including people of different faiths or no faith.
What we offer
- Flexible working hours and arrangements to suit your schedule.
- Access to free gym use across sites.
- Discounts from major retailers and supermarkets.
- Free access to wellbeing and counselling services.
- Work from selected outer-London locations.
- Career development programmes and continuous learning opportunities.
- Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity pay.
- Life Assurance (permanent contracts only).
Legal & Equal Opportunity
YMCA St Paul’s Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and treat everyone with dignity and respect.
Additional Information
We are not able to provide visa sponsorship. A Criminal Disclosure (Basic, Standard or Enhanced) will be required following a conditional offer.
Position type: Part Time – 21 hours per week, Monday to Friday within office hours with occasional evening and weekend work. Working pattern to be agreed.
Chaplain in London employer: YMCA West London
YMCA West London is an excellent employer for those looking to gain hands-on experience in HR and recruitment within a supportive and community-focused environment. As a volunteer, you will benefit from skill development opportunities, work alongside dedicated professionals, and contribute to meaningful initiatives that make a difference in the local community. The vibrant culture in Wimbledon fosters collaboration and personal growth, making it an ideal place for aspiring HR professionals to thrive.
