Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, and experienced Christian minister committed to working within a multi-faith chaplaincy team, to provide high quality Spiritual and Religious Care to patients, visitors and staff.
The post holder must be a recognized, accredited Christian minister with at least 3 years full-time ordained ministry experience (or equivalent full-time public ministry), and able to offer Christian ministry in demanding and sensitive situations.
The provision of high-quality pastoral, spiritual and religious care will be informed by a good working knowledge of the theories underpinning this care from their own tradition, as well as an awareness of the beliefs and practices of other Christian traditions and other faiths.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
The post will require a minister who can confidently articulate their own position while being committed to learning and to developing strong working relationships with others in the multifaith team and the wider Trust staff.
It is essential that the post holder is able to digest and apply key Trust policies that relate to the work of chaplaincy. In particular these include: the NHS Policy on Confidentiality; Infection Prevention and Control policies; Health Care Chaplaincy Standards.
The post holder must be an accredited member of UKBHC or be eligible for membership.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as part of the Chaplaincy Team to ensure that patients and visitors receive high-quality, effective pastoral, spiritual, and religious care. To increase staff awareness of the importance of spiritual care and to extend their knowledge through the provision of training and other related events. To be open to, and informed about, the spiritual and ethical concerns of staff arising from their work.
To ensure that patients, relatives, staff and students requiring religious, pastoral and spiritual care from the post-holders own faith tradition receive appropriate attention and care, and that prompt referrals are made to other chaplains and faith/belief representatives when requested.
This post incorporates a Trust-wide responsibility for the pastoral, spiritual, and religious care of patients to be shared with other chaplains and volunteers. In other words, generic pastoral care will be offered to all who require support. Spiritual care and support to the bereaved will also be an essential part of the role.
Responsibility for managing an agreed number of volunteers and responding to emergency on-call requests is also integral to the post.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as part of the Chaplaincy Team to ensure that patients and visitors receive high-quality, effective pastoral, spiritual, and religious care. To increase staff awareness of the importance of spiritual care and to extend their knowledge through the provision of training and other related events. To be open to, and informed about, the spiritual and ethical concerns of staff arising from their work.
To ensure that patients, relatives, staff and students requiring religious, pastoral and spiritual care from the post-holders own faith tradition receive appropriate attention and care, and that prompt referrals are made to other chaplains and faith/belief representatives when requested.
This post incorporates a Trust-wide responsibility for the pastoral, spiritual, and religious care of patients to be shared with other chaplains and volunteers. In other words, generic pastoral care will be offered to all who require support. Spiritual care and support to the bereaved will also be an essential part of the role.
Responsibility for managing an agreed number of volunteers and responding to emergency on-call requests is also integral to the post.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualification / Experience
Essential
- An authorised Christian faith leader with at least 3 years spiritual, religious leadership experience (or equivalent work with the community)
- First degree in Theology or equivalent level of knowledge gained through theological formation
- Registered with UKBHC or eligible for membership
Desirable
- On-going academic study relating to pastoral care. Pastoral Care/Counselling qualification/training
Skills
Essential
- The ability to form good relationships quickly and foster trust and confidence with staff, patients and their relatives
- The ability to to digest and apply key Trust policies as they relate to the work of chaplaincy
- Skills for working in a multi-faith and diverse context
- Proven ability to remain calm under pressure
Knowledge
Essential
- To have an in-depth knowledge of the Christian faith and theology
- To have knowledge and experience of other faith traditions and religions
- Ability to offer spiritual care and bereavement care beyond own denominational and faith boundaries
- To have knowledge of the emotional, spiritual, cultural, social and religious needs of those who are unwell from whom you differ
- To be able to work well as part of a multifaith team
Desirable
- General awareness of the NHS and its structures
- Knowledge of current and relevant issues related to Bereavement Care
- Awareness of current issues concerning chaplaincy in the NHS
- An ability to express ideas clearly and effectively in speech and writing
Person Specification
Qualification / Experience
Essential
- An authorised Christian faith leader with at least 3 years spiritual, religious leadership experience (or equivalent work with the community)
- First degree in Theology or equivalent level of knowledge gained through theological formation
- Registered with UKBHC or eligible for membership
Desirable
- On-going academic study relating to pastoral care. Pastoral Care/Counselling qualification/training
Skills
Essential
- The ability to form good relationships quickly and foster trust and confidence with staff, patients and their relatives
- The ability to to digest and apply key Trust policies as they relate to the work of chaplaincy
- Skills for working in a multi-faith and diverse context
- Proven ability to remain calm under pressure
Knowledge
Essential
- To have an in-depth knowledge of the Christian faith and theology
- To have knowledge and experience of other faith traditions and religions
- Ability to offer spiritual care and bereavement care beyond own denominational and faith boundaries
- To have knowledge of the emotional, spiritual, cultural, social and religious needs of those who are unwell from whom you differ
- To be able to work well as part of a multifaith team
Desirable
- General awareness of the NHS and its structures
- Knowledge of current and relevant issues related to Bereavement Care
- Awareness of current issues concerning chaplaincy in the NHS
- An ability to express ideas clearly and effectively in speech and writing
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
