Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a Health Care Chaplain
to work ecumenically within the Trust but based at our Bishop Auckland Hospital
site, with occasional working at other sites within the trust. As Bishop
Auckland Hospital is the Trusts site which most commonly bridges the link
between acute and community settings, applicants should therefore be able to
demonstrate relevant pastoral experience
gained in a community setting together with chaplaincy experience in an acute
healthcare setting.
Main duties of the job
Chaplains are expected to
work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and be
comfortable working alongside colleagues of different denominations, other
faith groups and none.
offer Pastoral, Spiritual and Religious Care to patients
carers and staff on wards and in departments across the Trust which, for this
particular position, will include the administration of sacraments according to the rites of the
Anglican or Free Church traditions.
apply an in-depth
understanding of the bereavement process in working sensitively with the wide
ranging spiritual and religious needs and concerns of patients, carers and
staff facing life changing events.
respond in a pastorally sensitive
way to the varied complex situations of a maternity unit including the
willingness to conduct appropriate services of baptism, blessing and dedication
of babies.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
We are unable to offer sponsorship for roles that do not require a professional registration, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Chaplains
require excellent communication skills to engage easily with people from all
kinds of backgrounds, including those of different religious traditions and
those of no faith. Pastoral sensitivity is an absolute essential, together with
the ability to work within what can sometimes be very distressing
situations.
Owing to the age profile of
patients receiving care at Bishop Auckland Hospital, providing religious and
sacramental care remains a significant aspect of chaplaincy here, therefore the
chaplain appointed must be prepared to meet this need.
Chaplains
need to be team players, working as part of a
mutually supportive and multi-disciplinary team; and to demonstrate
courtesy, sensitivity and a deep personal spirituality. Meanwhile they need to
be adaptable so the care they give is
always appropriate to the situation they encounter.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Chaplains
require excellent communication skills to engage easily with people from all
kinds of backgrounds, including those of different religious traditions and
those of no faith. Pastoral sensitivity is an absolute essential, together with
the ability to work within what can sometimes be very distressing
situations.
Owing to the age profile of
patients receiving care at Bishop Auckland Hospital, providing religious and
sacramental care remains a significant aspect of chaplaincy here, therefore the
chaplain appointed must be prepared to meet this need.
Chaplains
need to be team players, working as part of a
mutually supportive and multi-disciplinary team; and to demonstrate
courtesy, sensitivity and a deep personal spirituality. Meanwhile they need to
be adaptable so the care they give is
always appropriate to the situation they encounter.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Ordained and accredited minister of their respective faith group.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience and demonstrable skills in pastoral care.
- Knowledge of and sensitivity to a range of religions and faiths.
- Knowledge of the NHS and current issues.
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- As necessary for authorization and accreditation by the relevant faith group and which will enable administration of sacramental care to those of a Church of England or Free Church background.
- Level 6 degree, or demonstrable equivalent experience, in chaplaincy.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in hospital and community based ministry settings.
- Experience of visit-based working within an NHS setting.
- Experience of working with palliative and end of life care.
Desirable
- Additional pastoral/counselling/listening skills training.
Special Requirements
Essential
- Good inter-personal, communication skills and self-knowledge.
- Ability to work alone and as a representative of an ecumenical team.
- Able to be present, at short notice, and to arrive within 1 hour to any site in the trust.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Ordained and accredited minister of their respective faith group.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience and demonstrable skills in pastoral care.
- Knowledge of and sensitivity to a range of religions and faiths.
- Knowledge of the NHS and current issues.
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- As necessary for authorization and accreditation by the relevant faith group and which will enable administration of sacramental care to those of a Church of England or Free Church background.
- Level 6 degree, or demonstrable equivalent experience, in chaplaincy.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in hospital and community based ministry settings.
- Experience of visit-based working within an NHS setting.
- Experience of working with palliative and end of life care.
Desirable
- Additional pastoral/counselling/listening skills training.
Special Requirements
Essential
- Good inter-personal, communication skills and self-knowledge.
- Ability to work alone and as a representative of an ecumenical team.
- Able to be present, at short notice, and to arrive within 1 hour to any site in the trust.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bishop Auckland General Hospital
Cockton Hill Road
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6AD
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
