Job summary
Chaplains: Voluntary
South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SECAMB)
SECAmb provides services across Surrey, Sussex and Kent and employs more than 4000 staff across an area covering 3,600 square miles and a population of approximately 4.9 million; we handle in excess of 800,000 calls every year. We aspire to be a patient-centred, high-performing, efficient and clinically led organisation that provides services to meet the needs of our patients and public, today, and tomorrow.
We have Chaplaincy vacancies in the following operating units:
Tangmere, Chertsey, Paddock Wood, Hastings, Crawley EOC, Brighton
Chaplaincy volunteers play an important role within our ambulance support network and provide pastoral support and care of staff, assisting them through any life problems or difficulties, making (agreed) referrals to other parties where appropriate. Our chaplaincy volunteers are drawn from all faiths, denominations and all walks of life and need to be a member of good standing within their own faith community or philosophical tradition. Volunteers must be willing to work in a multi-cultural setting, supporting without judgement those who may wish to explore their own concerns, beliefs, and values. This role suits volunteers who enjoy meeting people, building rapport and have the maturity to listen to people who may be in distress.
Main duties of the job
We welcome volunteers who can bring enthusiasm, reliability, and commitment to this role. There is an expectation of regular visits by the Chaplain to their allocated Operating Unit, and if appropriate, accompanying front-line staff during their work, as an observer (i.e. in Ambulance Service vehicles).
We are looking for applicants who
Can demonstrate a sense of maturity, as well as compassion for others.
Are caring, reliable and enjoy being with people.
Can communicate well with staff and, potentially, their relatives/friends.
Can support staff welfare as required.
Can use their own initiative and assume responsibility for ensuring staff are aware of their presence.
Have strong personal boundaries, with the maturity and confidence to understand when their ability to support is at an end.
Can sign-post staff to alternative sources of support, advocacy, and information.
Understand the importance of always maintaining confidentiality.
Live, work or study within a 15-mile radius of their allocated Operational Unit.
Live our values through their volunteering role with SECAmb
Applicants must:
Be over 18 years of age
Be credentialed within their own faith community, or philosophical tradition and be part of their structured accountability system.
About us
All Volunteer Chaplains require an Enhanced DBS check and must complete training relevant to their role, including annual statutory and mandatory online modules.
Before you get started with your volunteering role, you will be invited to attend the SECAmb Volunteer Induction Day. This will give you a full insight into the basic things that you need to know before you start your volunteering journey with SECAmb.
How will I be supported and what will I gain from this opportunity
- Join an enthusiastic volunteering team of people who want to make a difference, just like you.
- Learn new skills and develop existing skills.
- An opportunity to meet other volunteers at the trust.
- Regular meetings with your peers and an excellent support network
- You will be making an important contribution to your local community throughout your volunteering journey with SECAmb.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What happens after you apply?
If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to attend a formal interview. You will be expected to have some knowledge of the role of our Trust. Successful candidates references will be checked and you will then be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, an occupational health screening check and complete a series of online learning modules.
Please ensure ALL sections within the application form are fully completed. Incomplete application forms will not be shortlisted.
The Trust is committed to equality of opportunity of all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, The Trust aspires to reflect the diversity of our community in our workforce and guarantees an interview to candidates with disability who meet the essential criteria specified. We particularly encourage applications from black, Asian, ethnic minority, and disabled applicants and those from other under-represented groups.
When completing the application please use your passport name and please ensure you include email addresses and contact numbers for your referees to avoid delay in the recruitment process.
When completing the reference section, please include details to cover the last 3 years history.
Due to the high volume of applications at SECAmb, we regret that we will only be able to contact those applicants who are shortlisted for interview. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of the closing date, then please assume you have not been shortlisted for interview on this particular occasion.
Please note that we contact all applicants via NHS Jobs and would advise you check your NHS Jobs account regularly.
Please be aware that the trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applicants are received.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What happens after you apply?
If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to attend a formal interview. You will be expected to have some knowledge of the role of our Trust. Successful candidates references will be checked and you will then be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, an occupational health screening check and complete a series of online learning modules.
Please ensure ALL sections within the application form are fully completed. Incomplete application forms will not be shortlisted.
The Trust is committed to equality of opportunity of all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, The Trust aspires to reflect the diversity of our community in our workforce and guarantees an interview to candidates with disability who meet the essential criteria specified. We particularly encourage applications from black, Asian, ethnic minority, and disabled applicants and those from other under-represented groups.
When completing the application please use your passport name and please ensure you include email addresses and contact numbers for your referees to avoid delay in the recruitment process.
When completing the reference section, please include details to cover the last 3 years history.
Due to the high volume of applications at SECAmb, we regret that we will only be able to contact those applicants who are shortlisted for interview. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of the closing date, then please assume you have not been shortlisted for interview on this particular occasion.
Please note that we contact all applicants via NHS Jobs and would advise you check your NHS Jobs account regularly.
Please be aware that the trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applicants are received.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work well within a team, as well as independently
- Compassionate and Caring
- Good Communication Skills (written and verbal)
Experience
Essential
- Ability to stay calm and work under pressure in stressful situations
- Live, work or study within a 15-mile radius of their allocated Operational Unit.
- Support staff welfare as required
Desirable
- Supporting statement
- NHS experience
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work well within a team, as well as independently
- Compassionate and Caring
- Good Communication Skills (written and verbal)
Experience
Essential
- Ability to stay calm and work under pressure in stressful situations
- Live, work or study within a 15-mile radius of their allocated Operational Unit.
- Support staff welfare as required
Desirable
- Supporting statement
- NHS experience
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).
