Job Title: Religious Visitor - Gatwick Immigration Removal Centre
We are seeking a Religious Visitor to join our Chaplaincy Team at Gatwick Immigration Removal Centre. This is a part-time, weekend cover role, working across both Brook House and Tinsley House IRCs. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
As part of our vibrant Chaplaincy team, you will contribute to providing person-centred care, promoting hope and direction to residents and staff. Your key duties will include:
1. Providing pastoral care and ensuring the spiritual welfare of residents and staff.
2. Offering faith advice and supporting faith groups in observing religious holy days and festivals.
3. Distributing religious literature, supplies, and materials.
4. Facilitating faith-specific services.
5. Participating in chaplaincy meetings and forums.
6. Collaborating with Security and Safer Custody teams to address issues like Suicide, Self-Harm, and Violence Reduction.
7. Contributing to multidisciplinary meetings such as Safer Custody, Security, and Wing forums.
8. Maintaining chaplaincy facilities and equipment to standard.
Candidate Requirements:
* Experience in delivering religious services within a custodial environment is preferred.
* Innovative and forward-thinking approach.
* High professionalism and competence in religious service delivery.
* Proven pastoral and spiritual leadership skills.
* Knowledge of other faiths represented in the centre to work effectively in a multi-faith environment.
* Must meet the faith eligibility requirements of your religious tradition.
Why Join Serco?
* Meaningful work that makes a difference.
* Opportunities to learn and develop across UK operations.
* Supportive and motivated team environment.
What We Offer:
* Pro-rata holiday allowance and bank holiday entitlement.
* Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
* Serco Benefits package including discounts and offers.
* Autonomous and supportive culture.
* Friendly team environment.
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