School Chaplain
| Posting date: | 05 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 15 June 2026 |
| Location: | Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 2JR |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 8efb5f97-df4c-43ce-8854-9fba95f45a05 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• 5 good GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics
• Educated to Degree or Diploma level or currently working towards this
ESSENTIAL GENERAL ATTRIBUTES
• A person in touch with contemporary youth culture and with experience of working with young people
• Ability to reflect theologically on youth issues
• An inclusive vision for helping young people explore what it is to be a Christian in the 21st century
• Effective communicator at all levels
• An understanding of the Church of England’s involvement in education.
• A strong commitment to work ecumenically
• Sensitivity to working with young people and staff from all faiths and none
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A vision for the development of worship and spirituality
• An ability to work with and manage teams
• Enthusiastic, inspired and motivated
• Good sense of humour
• Access to a car and a full driving licence essential
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Emotional maturity and cultural sensitivity
ESSENTIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
• Enhanced DBS clearance (A DBS Check will be carried out after the appointment is made)
• A committed Christian with a lively faith, active in a member church of Churches Together in Britain & Ireland, Evangelical Alliance or The North West Gospel Partnership
• Understanding of the breadth of theologies and traditions in the Anglican church
What the school offers its staff
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
- NJC pay scale: NJC 20-25, £32,597-£36,363 pro rata. Actual salary £26,488 - £29,548.
- Local Government pension scheme.
- Access to Employee Assistance programme offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health and legal advice.
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and support to develop your career.
SUPPORT AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
• Line Management for all aspects of the post
• Non-Managerial Supervision (if requested)
• Support from the Diocese
• Opportunities for Continual Professional Development e.g. training courses and conferences
• Opportunities to meet with other youth workers and chaplains to share good practice and offer each other support
SAFEGUARDING
St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Commitment to safeguarding
St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• 5 good GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics
• Educated to Degree or Diploma level or currently working towards this
ESSENTIAL GENERAL ATTRIBUTES
• A person in touch with contemporary youth culture and with experience of working with young people
• Ability to reflect theologically on youth issues
• An inclusive vision for helping young people explore what it is to be a Christian in the 21st century
• Effective communicator at all levels
• An understanding of the Church of England’s involvement in education.
• A strong commitment to work ecumenically
• Sensitivity to working with young people and staff from all faiths and none
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A vision for the development of worship and spirituality
• An ability to work with and manage teams
• Enthusiastic, inspired and motivated
• Good sense of humour
• Access to a car and a full driving licence essential
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Emotional maturity and cultural sensitivity
ESSENTIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
• Enhanced DBS clearance (A DBS Check will be carried out after the appointment is made)
• A committed Christian with a lively faith, active in a member church of Churches Together in Britain & Ireland, Evangelical Alliance or The North West Gospel Partnership
• Understanding of the breadth of theologies and traditions in the Anglican church
What the school offers its staff
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
- NJC pay scale: NJC 20-25, £32,597-£36,363 pro rata. Actual salary £26,488 - £29,548.
- Local Government pension scheme.
- Access to Employee Assistance programme offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health and legal advice.
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and support to develop your career.
SUPPORT AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
• Line Management for all aspects of the post
• Non-Managerial Supervision (if requested)
• Support from the Diocese
• Opportunities for Continual Professional Development e.g. training courses and conferences
• Opportunities to meet with other youth workers and chaplains to share good practice and offer each other support
SAFEGUARDING
St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Commitment to safeguarding
St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.