Job summary
Permanent |Part Time
We're seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Chaplain to join our multi-faith and belief Chaplaincy Team at Sheffield Children's - one of only three stand-alone specialist children's hospitals in the UK, delivering world-class care locally and nationally.
You'll be part of a dedicated team providing inclusive pastoral, spiritual, and religious support to patients, families, and staff.
We welcome applicants who are deeply rooted in their own religious or non-religious belief and able to offer care across diverse faiths and backgrounds. There is also an opportunity to undertake a PGCert in Healthcare Chaplaincy for the successful applicant.
About You
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Bachelor's degree with Honours or equivalent in a subject relevant to Healthcare Chaplaincy
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You will have accreditation/licensing with authority to practice from your faith or belief community.
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You will have excellent communications skills and able to work in a sensitive environment.
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Previous experience working in Healthcare Chaplaincy is essential and Mental Healthcare experience is advantageous.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Deputy Lead Chaplain, some of your responsibilities will include:
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To assist the Chaplaincy Department to deliver a chaplaincy service which provides for the pastoral, spiritual, ethical and religious needs of patients, families, staff and students of all faith/ belief and none.
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To work co-operatively with chaplaincy team staff members, locum chaplains, chaplaincy volunteers and students
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To communicate with the local faith communities as required.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2463 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for part-time roles.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2463 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for part-time roles.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent in subject relevant to healthcare Chaplaincy.
- Religious qualification relevant to the post. Ordination or recognised pastoral worker accreditation in good standing with the appropriate authorising faith community or belief group.
Other Factors
Essential
- Demonstrate appropriate personal and professional values in accordance to the UKBHC Code of Conduct.
- Lives sufficiently close to the hospital to be on site within 60 mins of an urgent call out.
- Desire to undertake a PGCert in Healthcare Chaplaincy.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with parents and children or young people.
- Experience of working in teams.
- Experience of Spiritual Care
- Demonstrated experience of a ministry of pastoral care
Desirable
- Experience of working with multi-faith/belief groups.
- Experience of working in healthcare environment.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of ethical issues.
- Good interpersonal skills. Good listening skills.
- Good team-working skills.
- Good team-working skill, Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Awareness of the beliefs and practices of at least one other World Faith
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work calmly in stressful situations.
- Self-motivated & co-operative.
- A sensitive and empathetic approach.
- Able to lead public acts of worship sensitive to different hospital contexts.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent in subject relevant to healthcare Chaplaincy.
- Religious qualification relevant to the post. Ordination or recognised pastoral worker accreditation in good standing with the appropriate authorising faith community or belief group.
Other Factors
Essential
- Demonstrate appropriate personal and professional values in accordance to the UKBHC Code of Conduct.
- Lives sufficiently close to the hospital to be on site within 60 mins of an urgent call out.
- Desire to undertake a PGCert in Healthcare Chaplaincy.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with parents and children or young people.
- Experience of working in teams.
- Experience of Spiritual Care
- Demonstrated experience of a ministry of pastoral care
Desirable
- Experience of working with multi-faith/belief groups.
- Experience of working in healthcare environment.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of ethical issues.
- Good interpersonal skills. Good listening skills.
- Good team-working skills.
- Good team-working skill, Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Awareness of the beliefs and practices of at least one other World Faith
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work calmly in stressful situations.
- Self-motivated & co-operative.
- A sensitive and empathetic approach.
- Able to lead public acts of worship sensitive to different hospital contexts.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
