Job Description Could you make a valuable difference to those who need support in times of need? Are you able to provide practical and spiritual care regardless of faith or background? We are seeking compassionate and caring individuals to join the team of Police Chaplaincy Volunteers. The Volunteer Chaplains support officers, staff and their families through times of crisis or need and offer pastoral care services to the Constabulary in general. There are situations that affect officers, staff and their families which vary tremendously and can be emotionally traumatic. In each of these unique situations the chaplaincy seeks to respond with empathy. You will need to be able to reflect spiritual and ethical values, offering support to all regardless of faith or background. Your own welfare and wellbeing is important to us and support is available, if needed. As an organization we are caring, inclusive, courageous and committed to learning. Our values guide the way we behave, the decisions we make and how we treat people. This is a long term volunteering commitment within your local community. Volunteer Chaplains are normally attached to a specific unit or department, or serve at a particular location, but we cannot guarantee that a vacancy will be available in your locality. Applications will be shortlisted on 3th June 2025 Interviews are planned for 10th June 2025 Eligibility Prior Chaplaincy Experience Is Helpful But Not Essential. To be eligible to apply for this role you must have a 3 year ‘checkable history’ in the UK – ideally this means that you would have been resident in the UK for the last 3 years. Avon and Somerset Police are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes. This helps to ensure a police service that we can all be proud to be a part of because everyone feels safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers will be subject to background checks, including vetting and references. This role requires completion of an enhanced DBS check. Important Notes About Completing Your Application The role requires that at least one of your references is able to comment on your interactions young and/or vulnerable people in a personal, voluntary or employment capacity. Please ensure that you consider this when completing your application. Our electronic system asks you to provide 3 years of employment history, please disregard this. As part of our Safer Recruitment procedures you must provide details of ALL employment/education/voluntary roles you have ever held and details about any gaps when you were not working/studying. The system will allow you to add as many roles as you need to. Does this sound like the role for you? Click the link below to apply.