Senior Chaplain & Spiritual Care Lead

NHS; Coventry; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Coventry is seeking a Lead Chaplain to manage spiritual care services within a mental health context. The ideal candidate will support clients and staff, develop creative care methods, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must possess ordination training, significant pastoral experience, and the ability to navigate diverse faiths. This role includes the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research and requires travel across multiple sites. Annual salary ranges from £47,810 to £54,710.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Learning and development opportunities

Salary sacrifice schemes

Discounts with various retailers

Wellbeing support

Staff networks and support groups

Qualifications

• Extensive pastoral experience supporting individuals in emotional distress.
• Working knowledge of major faith communities in healthcare.
• Experience in teaching and training healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Manage a chaplain, volunteers, and the Service Level Agreement.
• Develop and provide spiritual and pastoral care for clients and staff.
• Travel across Trust sites in Coventry & Warwickshire.

Skills

Emotional and spiritual coping techniques

Support for people of all faiths

Pastoral care experience

Cultural competence

Teamwork in a multidisciplinary environment

Education

Degree level ordination training

Registered as a chaplain with UKBHC

Evidence of continued professional development

Job description

A healthcare organization in Coventry is seeking a Lead Chaplain to manage spiritual care services within a mental health context. The ideal candidate will support clients and staff, develop creative care methods, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must possess ordination training, significant pastoral experience, and the ability to navigate diverse faiths. This role includes the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research and requires travel across multiple sites. Annual salary ranges from £47,810 to £54,710.