Hospital Chaplain: Compassionate Spiritual Care Leader

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Taunton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Taunton is seeking an experienced practitioner to deliver spiritual, pastoral, and religious care. The ideal candidate will engage with the hospital community, providing compassionate care to those in spiritual distress. Benefits include flexible working and a range of colleague networks supporting inclusion. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant difference in patients' lives while promoting holistic healing and wholeness.

Benefits

Flexible working

Pension contributions

NHS exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering spiritual, pastoral, and religious care in a hospital environment.
• Ability to respond to spiritual distress in individuals with complex needs.
• Knowledge of professional and pastoral care principles.

Responsibilities

• Engage in person-centred spiritual care assessments and interventions.
• Provide compassionate care addressing holistic needs.
• Support individuals' healthcare needs and potential healing.
• Conduct religious rites as per the post-holder's faith authority.

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in Taunton is seeking an experienced practitioner to deliver spiritual, pastoral, and religious care. The ideal candidate will engage with the hospital community, providing compassionate care to those in spiritual distress. Benefits include flexible working and a range of colleague networks supporting inclusion. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant difference in patients' lives while promoting holistic healing and wholeness.