Assistant Chaplain

University of Chester; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Chester invites applications for an Assistant Chaplain to support a welcoming student community. Based in the Community Hub at Exton Park, this part-time, term-time role offers 17 hours per week across 30 weeks a year, with hours to be agreed.

You will bring pastoral experience, knowledge of faith communities, and strong communication skills to plan inclusive events, support students, and work with Chaplains to nurture belonging and wellbeing across campus.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in pastoral support and building community.
• Very good understanding of faith communities, religion and belief.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible Chaplaincy presence and pastoral care.
• Signpost students to appropriate support services.
• Plan and deliver engaging events and coordinate student volunteers.
• Maintain resources for chaplaincy activities.

Job description

The Chaplaincy team at the University of Chester are seeking an enthusiastic and creative Assistant Chaplain to join our team to help create an inclusive, welcoming community for students across the University. Based in the Community Hub at Exton Park, you will play a key role in enhancing the student experience through the delivery of creative activities, events, and pastoral support. This is a part time, term time only post working 17 hours per week over 30 weeks per year. Hours to be agreed upon appointment. The role is based at Exton Park main site, with some travel across sites as needed.

We are looking for a person with extensive experience in supporting people pastorally and in building a sense of community & belonging. It is essential that the person has a very good understanding of faith communities & religion & belief generally. The role requires excellent communication and organisational skills, an ability to work flexibly according to the needs of the day, excellent teamwork, and a commitment to fostering inclusive communities of belonging.

The successful candidate will provide a visible Chaplaincy presence; offering a listening ear and general pastoral care, while signposting students to appropriate support services when needed. You will work closely with our Chaplains to plan and deliver engaging events, coordinate student volunteers, and maintain resources.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about making a difference for our student community and experienced in community building, pastoral support, and creating meaningful opportunities for students to connect, belong, and thrive.

Interview Date: 19th October 2026

We encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants.