School Chaplain - Term Time

Overview

We are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced and qualified School Chaplain in our thriving Catholic school. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to further their career in a school environment.

The Chaplain must be a practising Roman Catholic and should have relevant experience or qualification (e.g.: Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies) that suits a chaplaincy role in the Catholic Church, with a mature and reassuring sense of self and vocation and a strong personal spirituality and emotional resilience.  Their vision for Chaplaincy must also align with that of the schools.

The Chaplain will be expected to serve both staff and students.  Students expect the Chaplain to be approachable and compassionate, whilst at the same time professional. The Chaplain will be someone skilled and experienced in dealing with a wide range of people, maintaining the utmost discretion and always working within the school’s Code of Conduct.

The Chaplain will need to be an efficient organiser, both internally with respect to assemblies, prayer & liturgy, charity fundraising, student groups; and externally, liaising with the Diocese, the Diocesan Youth Service, our local church parishes and the wider community and other stakeholders. The range of activities and demands on their time will require the Chaplain to be capable of independent, proactive work, using well-developed skills of personal organisation and time management.

Salary

Salary from £25127 to £26383 per year

Location

St Simon Stock Catholic School
Oakwood Park
Maidstone
Kent
ME16 0JP

Deadline and how to apply

Application Close Date: 17 March 2025

Start Date: Immediate

Apply online via Kent Teach: Click here to apply

Job reference: KCC886-5432-178S