Pastoral and Spiritual Wellbeing Practitioner / Holistic Development

Avanti Schools Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Pastoral and Spiritual Wellbeing Practitioner to enhance the emotional and spiritual development of students and staff. This part-time role involves providing individual support, leading workshops, and fostering a nurturing school culture. The ideal candidate will possess empathic listening skills and a deep understanding of spirituality, ensuring a supportive environment that aligns with the school's values. Join this forward-thinking team and make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing of the community.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

NEST pension scheme

Discounts through O2 and Specsavers vouchers

Flexible working arrangements

Eligibility for NUS Card and CSSC membership

Participation in wellness initiatives

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading spiritual and holistic development activities.
• Deep understanding of spirituality and commitment to safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one emotional and spiritual support to students.
• Plan and deliver assemblies and workshops for community outreach.
• Facilitate reflective discussion groups for pupils, staff, and parents.

Skills

Empathic listening skills

Excellent communication skills

Organization skills

Presentation skills

Ability to work proactively

Education

Experience in leading spiritual activities

Understanding of major world religions

Job description

Pastoral and Spiritual Wellbeing Practitioner

We are seeking an experienced Pastoral and Spiritual Wellbeing Practitioner with a background in leading spiritual and holistic development activities within an educational setting. The ideal candidate will have empathetic listening skills, the ability to handle sensitive issues, and a comprehensive understanding of major world religions. This role is based at Avanti Gardens School, part of the Avanti Schools Trust, located in Bristol, South West England.

SALARY: £27,715 - £29,578 FTE / Approx. £4,433 - £4,731 (0.15994 FTE) annually

LOCATION: Bristol, South West England (BS16)

JOB TYPE: Part-Time, Permanent (Term Time Only)

WORKING HOURS: 7.5 hours per week during term time

Job Overview

This position offers an exciting opportunity to support the holistic development of students and staff—emotionally, spiritually, and mentally—in alignment with the school's ethos and values. The practitioner will provide one-to-one emotional and spiritual support and facilitate reflective discussion groups for pupils, staff, and parents.

Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with teaching, pastoral, and inclusion teams to enhance wellbeing and chaplaincy services.
2. Plan and deliver assemblies, immersive workshops, and community outreach activities, creating meaningful wellbeing resources.
3. Develop and evaluate the chaplaincy programme, supporting new members and fostering a spiritually nurturing school culture.
4. Provide individual emotional and spiritual wellbeing support to students.
5. Facilitate spiritual insight discussion groups for staff, students, and parents.
6. Offer support and guidance during times of bereavement and social or personal difficulties.
7. Support heads of year and the inclusion team in wellbeing initiatives.
8. Organize immersive workshops to enhance understanding of festival days.
9. Create wellbeing content such as videos and newsletters for students.
10. Assist in the induction of new staff and students.

Candidate Requirements

• Empathic listening skills, excellent communication, organization, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work proactively and independently.
• A warm, approachable demeanor suitable for students, staff, and parents.
• Dedicated spiritual practice and deep understanding of spirituality.
• Experience leading spiritual activities within an educational environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development.
• NEST pension scheme (eligibility dependent).
• Discounts through O2, Specsavers vouchers, and other well-being programs.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Eligibility for NUS Card and CSSC membership.
• Participation in wellness initiatives like retreats, yoga, and wellness apps.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.

Pre-employment Checks

The organisation is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All staff and volunteers must undergo an Enhanced DBS check, unless already covered within the DBS re-check cycle. Satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks are required prior to appointment.

Application Process

By applying, you consent to your details being shared with our client for recruitment purposes.

Job Reference: AWDO-P13386

This vacancy is advertised by AWD online on behalf of Avanti Schools Trust.