St John Chaplain for Devon

Diocese of Exeter; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local religious organization is seeking a volunteer chaplain to support the Diocese of Exeter. The role includes visiting Units regularly and supporting major national events alongside the ambulance service. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the Christian ethos of the Order while serving individuals of all faiths. Training in first aid is provided.

Responsibilities

• Visiting Units on a regular basis.
• Demonstrating the Christian ethos of the Order while serving all faiths.
• Supporting major national events and the ambulance service.

Job description

Closing date for applications: 11:00pm on 30th November 2025

Interview date: To be agreed on application

Hours: To be agreed

The Order of St John is seeking a volunteer chaplain to cover the Diocese of Exeter.

The St John Chaplaincy service is provided for members of St John, their families and members of the public while in St John care.

The Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St John of Jerusalem (The Order of St John) is a Christian Working Royal Order of Chivalry which is unique in its own right. The Sovereign Head of the Order is the King, and we play a huge part as an organisation not just as an Order but also through its better known charity the St John Ambulance.

As a Chaplain you will take part in major national events and support the ambulance service, which is the auxiliary service of the NHS. We offer training to all members in first aid at basic and higher levels.

Key responsibilities include visiting Units on a regular basis, demonstrating the Christian ethos of the Order while serving all faiths and none. We have a strong youth element in our Cadets (10-18) and Badgers (6–10-year-olds) as well as adult units.

To find out more information and apply for this role, please email Rev’d Ian Gibson at St John’s.