This position is based at HMP Sudbury, DE6 5HW.
Job Summary
Please refer to the detailed Job Description.
This is a part-time 7.5 hours vacancy. Job holders will provide faith/belief and pastoral care to prisoners and staff of their own faith/belief tradition and have an understanding/knowledge of other faith/beliefs as part of a multi-faith/belief chaplaincy team. They will also meet the pastoral needs of people of other faiths/beliefs and none.
Summary
The job holder will work with colleagues to ensure the delivery of PSI 05/2016 Faith and Pastoral Care for Prisoners and its successor policy framework, as well as broader chaplaincy work including faith and non-faith-based courses. They will contribute to the assurance process for the Governor and Chaplain General/Head of Faith Services.
They will engage with and build contacts within their faith/belief community to aid offender resettlement and will prioritize their own spiritual health and development.
This is a non-rotational, non-operational role with no line management responsibilities.
Responsibilities, Activities, and Duties
* Provide guidance, advice, pastoral care, and spiritual welfare to prisoners, staff, and families, liaising with Faith and Belief Advisers (FBA).
* Plan and lead worship, meditation, prayer, and faith-specific meetings, ensuring accessible chaplaincy care at all times.
* Facilitate and deliver worship, meditation, study, and religious programs, collaborating with other chaplains, volunteers, and external groups.
* Contribute to policy development and provide pastoral care during crises, including mentoring and supporting other chaplains and volunteers.
* Nurture chaplaincy volunteers and promote faith/belief events within the prison.
* Assist in training programs for staff and volunteers and represent the chaplaincy team in meetings.
* Support the ACCT process and participate in relevant boards and meetings.
* Take on additional roles as agreed, such as Family Liaison Officer or volunteer coordinator.
* Forge links with faith communities and external agencies to support prisoners, including on release.
* Develop ways to improve service delivery and manage relevant administrative tasks.
* Assist with community-based initiatives and post-release support, as appropriate.
The above duties are not exhaustive; reasonable adjustments and additional tasks may be required.
Technical and Eligibility Requirements
Must complete specific training and hold qualifications outlined in the job description.
Roman Catholic:
* Be an ordained priest, deacon, religious brother/sister, or qualified lay person, with endorsement from the diocesan bishop or religious superior.
* Have completed recognized theological formation, such as seminary training or CCRS qualification.
* Have formal agreement to minister within the prison's diocese and endorsement from the HMPPS Roman Catholic Faith and Belief Adviser.
All candidates must meet the faith/belief eligibility criteria, demonstrate confidence in spoken and written English, and meet security and nationality requirements.
Additional Information
Salary: £34,760 plus contributions to the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Benefits include flexible working, diversity and inclusion initiatives, annual leave, public holidays, and more.
For further details, visit our Candidate Information Page.
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