Prison Catholic Chaplain – Pastoral Care & Reentry

Sodexo Group; Morpeth; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sodexo benefits

Retirement plan

Brand discounts

Gym discount

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a compassionate Roman Catholic Chaplain to provide pastoral care and spiritual support at HMP Northumberland. The role involves serving prisoners and staff from all faith backgrounds, fostering a respectful, inclusive community, and contributing to rehabilitation and reintegration efforts.

The successful candidate will deliver prayer, counselling, and faith activities, collaborate with other chaplains, and participate in broader equality initiatives within the establishment.

Qualifications

• Recognised Roman Catholic Chaplain with authorisation from faith authorities.
• Experience in a similar chaplaincy or pastoral care role.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with diverse backgrounds.
• Willingness to collaborate with clergy and volunteers from other faiths.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral care and support to prisoners of all faiths, respecting diverse religious practices.
• Maintain links with visiting Ministers and faith communities to support reintegration.
• Offer counselling to prisoners and staff as appropriate.
• Support the creation of an ordered, caring community for faith practice and family connections.
• Facilitate religious prayers, teachings, and faith activities for the prison population.
• Participate in Equality and Inclusion Management Team meetings.
• Undertake generic chaplaincy duties including receptions, discharges, and Care units.

Skills

Catholic Chaplain

Chaplaincy experience

Interpersonal skills

Diversity awareness

Collaboration with clergy

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a compassionate Roman Catholic Chaplain to provide pastoral care and spiritual support at HMP Northumberland. The role involves serving prisoners and staff from all faith backgrounds, fostering a respectful, inclusive community, and contributing to rehabilitation and reintegration efforts.

The successful candidate will deliver prayer, counselling, and faith activities, collaborate with other chaplains, and participate in broader equality initiatives within the establishment.