Muslim Chaplain - Ormskirk, United Kingdom - Edge Hill University

Edge Hill University

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Ormskirk, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

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About the Role

At Edge Hill University, our core values lie in our wholehearted commitment to our students, staff and stakeholders, and our constant efforts to improve in all we do.

Our approach is inclusive; we celebrate diversity and will tirelessly strive to enhance the life opportunities that a good education provides for our students.

The Faith and Community Service, part of the wider Student Wellbeing Team, is based in Student Services in the Catalyst Building.

You will provide both spiritual and pastoral support (including non-religious) to all members of the Edge Hill University.

You will focus on the growing community of Muslim students at the University, providing faith and pastoral support and guidance and supporting the University to understand and meet the specific needs of Muslim staff and students.

About You

As a Muslim Chaplain, you will have:

Extensive experience of working within the Muslim Community and knowledge of the Muslim faith
A strong commitment to the ethos and values of the Faith and Community Service, equality, diversity and inclusion, and to working in and contributing to a multifaith environment
Experience of providing pastoral support
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including tact, diplomacy and cultural sensitivity

It is important to note that the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure for you from the Disclosure and Barring Service and that this will form part of the conditions of offer of employment.

Rewards/Benefits

As a 35weeksperyear term time postholder, you will be expected to take leave outside of your contracted working weeks. You receive 5.2 weeks additional pay (pro rata to your hours) in lieu of annual and statutory leave.
Discounted membership to our onsite stateoftheart sport and leisure facilities
Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more
A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
Beautiful awardwinning oncampus working environment
Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with our employer contribution of 16.3%

About Us
At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we've been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too.

So, if you've ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn't about how much you take in. It's about what you take out into the world.

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885,Edge Hill University is "A great success storyan institution that improves and impresses year after year" - Times Higher Education.

Please note, DBS checks will be carried out at any point during your employment if your work requires this

Job Type:
Fixed term contract

Salary:
£25,642.00-£27,929.00 per year

Schedule: