Chaplain - Trafford, United Kingdom - Blessed Thomas Holford RC College

Description

BLESSED THOMAS HOLFORD CATHOLIC COLLEGEUrban RoadAltrinchamCheshireWA15 8HT Phone: Email: Website: ; CHAPLAIN - Required as soon as possibleBand 7: SCP 26 – 29 (£34,834 - £37,336) Actual salary (£29,194 working 36.25 hrs a week - term time only) To work 36.25 hours per week, term time only We are an 11-18 Catholic College with 1,600 students on roll, including 220 in the Sixth Form. GCSE and A level results have been consistently excellent over several years and we are determined to make ourselves an exceptional educational provider. What makes Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College shine is not only our bright and beautiful building but our commitment to the young people in our care, encouraging and inspiring every child to fulfil their God given potential and to flourish. We place as much emphasis on the pastoral care and faith development of the child as we do on academic excellence. We are looking to appoint an inspirational School Chaplain. The successful candidate will be a practising Catholic with a good understanding of Catholic theology. They will be passionate in encouraging the Catholic faith in young people, proactive in leading and developing the spiritual, liturgical and prayer life of the school and committed to achieving successful outcomes in all aspects of the school's chaplaincy provision. The successful candidate will be:

Committed to supporting and developing the spiritual and pastoral well-being of young people

Highly motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively with a range of colleagues and stakeholders

Innovative in ways to celebrate the Catholic ethos of our college and find new ways for the Gospel to encourage and challenge students and staff

Passionate about leading and encouraging members of the college and wider community to have a positive attitude and inclusive approach to change and development

We offer:

A supportive and committed college family

Committed and hard-working staff, students and supportive parents and families

To Apply:The job description and application forms are available on the college website: ; All applications should be made using the CES application form All applicants are required to follow the guidance for applicants securing a Faith Reference Completed application forms should be sent to: Our college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) on line/social media checks may be undertaken for shortlisted applicants. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought, along with other relevant pre-employment clearances, for the successful applicant. Closing date for applications is - Monday 13 May 2024 at 9.00 am