Overview
We are looking to recruit a Pagan Prison Chaplain who meets the following criteria:
* Is a proven and continued member of the Pagan Federation as the endorsing body or other eligible grove/coven or group who are signed up with and represented by the Pagan Symposium.
* Referenced or evidence-based training within the Pagan Community.
* Theologically competent and proficient in teaching eclectically across more than one Pagan Tradition.
* Has an understanding and can demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of Pagan practice.
* Pagan Chaplains will be asked to provide written confirmation to the HMPPS Pagan Faith and Belief Adviser attesting to the credentials, qualifications and accountability of each candidate. This evidence will be required before appointment and thereafter periodically according to HMPPS vetting policy.
* Requirement for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). In order to maintain endorsement by the HMPPS Pagan Faith and Belief Adviser, all chaplains will be required to have regular contact with and unbroken membership of their endorsing body and the wider Pagan community. Engage with and demonstrate regular continuing reflection or training contributing towards their professional development as ministers. This will be recorded and assessed on an annual basis by the HMPPS Pagan Faith and Belief Adviser.
* Must have the endorsement of the HMPPS Pagan Faith and Belief Adviser (Evidence required before appointment).
Salary: £3,650
Hours: 4 hours
Role Context
Mitie Care & Custody (C&C) is driven by a bold vision: to establish HMP Millsike as a place of restoration and rehabilitation, where prisoners can unlock their full potential and make meaningful, positive changes in their lives. We are excited by the opportunity Millsike presents: a blank canvas on which we can paint a bright future for our prisoners. Our mission is clear: to create an environment that empowers, inspires, and supports individuals to re-enter society with hope, purpose, and a life plan. To achieve this, we will set a culture of rehabilitation and restoration underpinned by integrity and high expectations. Prisoners will experience a dramatic shift from traditional prison environments. Millsike will be a vibrant, bustling community, teeming with industry, activity and opportunities for personal growth. Above all, we will ensure our approach offers a deep sense of safety/respect, through a supportive, uplifting environment, that helps prisoners to see their potential and that unlocks a brighter future for all.
Responsibilities
Job objectives and responsibilities
* As a Chaplain working alongside the Safer Custody and Equalities Function, ensure compliance with contractual requirements, company policies, and HMPPS standards including all relevant Prison Service Instructions and Policy Frameworks.
* Deliver effective services across the prison, supporting the Managing Chaplain and Head of Safety and Equalities in creating a safe and rehabilitative environment.
* Be part of the Multi Faith and Belief Chaplaincy Team, ensuring accessibility to all prisoners and staff regardless of faith or belief.
* Provide pastoral care, organise and deliver worship and events, and assist with prisoner resettlement. Offer expert faith and belief advice and support the observance of religious holy days and festivals.
* Develop relationships with support and volunteer groups, plan workshops and meetings, and contribute to safeguarding and diversity initiatives. Deliver awareness programmes for prisoners and staff, work with Safer Custody on policies and procedures, and support prisoners through major life events regardless of faith or belief.
* Interview new prisoners, visit those in the Care and Separation Unit and Transitional Support Unit, respond to applications, and prepare reports. Support the Managing Chaplain to ensure effective administration of Chaplaincy Services and provide support for other Chaplains and volunteers.
* Engage in broader roles such as Safer Custody activities, violence reduction, equalities meetings, Good Order and Discipline reviews, and groups like the Segregation Monitoring and Review Group. Chaplains of all faiths and beliefs play an important role in supporting counter-terrorism activity on a routine basis.
* Contribute to resettlement issues as appropriate, build contacts with faith/belief communities to aid resettlement, and support the Managing Chaplain's contact strategy with outside faith/belief-based agencies.
* Support the Managing Chaplain in establishing standards, budget, and People Plan; help implement local and national policies for Chaplaincy services. Ensure health and safety compliance and help deliver actions from audits and reports.
Person Specification
* The ideal candidate will have appropriate experience, preferably in a custodial environment that caters to the predominant faiths and beliefs of the prisoner population.
* Good communication with well-developed influencing skills; innovative and forward-thinking. Professionalism and competence with proven experience in pastoral care and faith and belief, especially during crisis events.
* Working knowledge of other faiths and beliefs represented within a prison; essential to function effectively in a multi-faith environment.
* Focused and dynamic team player, capable of adapting to changing priorities and circumstances.
* Must meet the HMPPS Chaplaincy and Faith Services’ minimum faith eligibility requirements of their faith/belief tradition in the form of Faith/Belief Endorsement from the appropriate HMPPS Faith and Belief Advisor.
* Applicants should specify which faith-based Chaplaincy role they are applying for and ensure they meet the eligibility criteria.
* Additionally, the successful candidate must satisfy HMPPS and Mitie security and identity checks prior to taking up the post.
* As a business, Mitie C&C is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from a wide range of backgrounds including veterans, those seeking a career change, and people with experience in social care or a learning environment. Full training will be given where applicable.
Our Purpose and Values
Our purpose: our expertise, care, technology, and insight create amazing work environments, helping our customers be exceptional every day.
Our promise to our people: a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day.
Our promise to our customers: a trusted partner creating exceptional environments for your customers and people, adding value every day.
Our Culture and Diversity
Our culture - our core values and how we behave:
* We are one Mitie: we work as one to deliver a seamless, unrivalled service. We are all in it together.
* We are built on integrity and trust: integrity and trust are at the heart of all we do. We treat others as we would like to be treated.
* We go the extra mile: keeping things running smoothly, improving processes, and keeping our promises.
* Our diversity makes us stronger: we are proud of our diverse culture and backgrounds.
* Our customers' business is our business: we are a partner trusted for our expertise and for putting customers at the heart of what we do.
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