Catholic Chaplain

Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber Foundation Trust; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in the UK is seeking a dedicated Catholic Chaplain to join its chaplaincy team. The role involves providing spiritual and pastoral care to patients, families, and staff, managing individual caseloads, and contributing to the growth of the Chaplaincy Department. Candidates should have experience in spiritual care and a commitment to working in a diverse, multi-faith environment. Join a valued team and make a real difference in the lives of many.

Benefits

Inclusive culture

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in spiritual, pastoral, and religious care.
• Ability to support individuals with diverse and complex needs.
• Strong commitment to working in a multi-faith environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and pastoral care for patients and staff.
• Manage a personal caseload supporting individuals' needs.
• Contribute to the development of the Chaplaincy Department.
• Serve as a resource on spiritual and ethical matters.
• Offer one-to-one and group pastoral support.

Skills

Compassionate support

Effective communication

Spiritual care

Crisis management

Job description

Are you passionate about bringing hope, compassion, and spiritual support to those in need? We are looking for a dedicated Catholic Chaplain to join our Chaplaincy team at Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDASH), where your presence and care will make a real difference every day.

At RDASH, you will be part of a supportive, multi-faith chaplaincy team committed to excellence in spiritual care. You will work in a diverse and inclusive environment where your voice and expertise are valued.

If you are ready to bring your gifts and calling into a role that could contribute to the spiritual care of many lives, we would love to hear from you.

As a Catholic Chaplain, You Will

• Provide and facilitate spiritual, pastoral, and religious care for patients, families, staff, students, and visitors.
• Manage your own caseload, supporting individuals with diverse and complex needs across our Trust and the services it delivers.
• Contribute to the growth and development of the Chaplaincy Department, working collaboratively with colleagues of all faiths and beliefs.
• Take part in projects directed by the Lead Chaplain, helping shape how chaplaincy responds to the challenges of modern healthcare.
• Serve as a specialist resource for the Trust on spiritual, ethical, and religious matters, offering guidance and insight where it is most needed.
• Provide one‑to‑one and group pastoral support, prayer, and sacramental ministry for patients, staff, and families.
• Respond sensitively to people in crisis, offering reassurance, listening, and comfort in often complex and emotionally demanding situations.
• Work with patients who present with diverse and sometimes challenging mental health or learning disability needs, adapting your approach to meet them where they are.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

About

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.

Please view our Strategy using the link below: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website: https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We Are Committed To Inclusive Cultures And Really Value People In Our Organisation, View Our Allyship Video On YouTube To Find Out More https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here: https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: HASSAN JAMIL Job title: HO Spiritual care and chaplaincy Email address: [e-mail]