Part-Time Roman Catholic Prison Chaplain

Ministry of Justice; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

The Ministry of Justice seeks a Roman Catholic Chaplain to provide faith/belief and pastoral care within HMP Bedford on a part-time basis (20 hours per week). The role works with colleagues to deliver faith-based and broader chaplaincy services, supporting prisoners, staff and families while engaging with local faith communities for resettlement and welfare activities.

The post emphasises non-rotational duties, professional conduct, and participation in policy delivery, training and community

Qualifications

• Provides faith/belief and pastoral care to prisoners and staff.
• Understands other faiths as part of a multi-faith chaplaincy team.
• Meets pastoral needs of people of other faiths/beliefs and none.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on faith/belief systems within the establishment.
• Plan and lead worship, meditation, prayer and faith meetings.
• Collaborate with chaplains, volunteers and external groups to maintain facilities for worship.

Skills

Pastoral care

Faith guidance

Interfaith awareness

Education

Ordained Priest

Job description

The Ministry of Justice seeks a Roman Catholic Chaplain to provide faith/belief and pastoral care within HMP Bedford on a part-time basis (20 hours per week). The role works with colleagues to deliver faith-based and broader chaplaincy services, supporting prisoners, staff and families while engaging with local faith communities for resettlement and welfare activities.

The post emphasises non-rotational duties, professional conduct, and participation in policy delivery, training and community