Christian Chaplain

Job Introduction

Sodexo Justice Services currently operates five Prisons and six CRC’s in the UK. We have a reputation for delivering excellent, ethical, innovative and rehabilitative services built on our complete package of custodial and noncustodial justice services for people in our care. Our mission is to change lives for the better and our people have a big part to play in that.

HMP/YOI Peterborough is a purpose-built prison; the only one in the country to hold both men and women. This gives our employees a unique opportunity to experience the diverse needs and influence the lives of those in our care.

As Chaplain, you will provide pastoral and faith specific care to residents (prisoners) and staff. An exciting and unique opportunity to be part of a multi faith team supporting the only dual gender prison in England and Wales. The prison is committed to ‘changing lives for the better’ and you should be committed to supporting the reducing re-offending gender alongside providing faith and pastoral care.

You'll provide for the religious care of prisoners and staff in the Christian faith tradition and appropriate pastoral care for all irrespective of faith or tradition.  Working with colleagues to ensure the delivery of the specification “Faith and Pastoral Care”, and also the broader work of chaplaincy in delivering faith and non-faith based courses.

You will engage with and build contacts with their own faith community towards aiding the resettlement of residents.

Role Responsibility

• Act as one amongst a number of faith advisors in the establishment providing advice, pastoral
• care and spiritual welfare to prisoners, staff and their families as requested
• Facilitate and deliver opportunities for worship study and religious programme
• Contribute towards the development of local policy, procedures and practice
• Provide mentoring and personal support for other chaplains and volunteers including following incidents
• Be part of the provision of available and accessible chaplaincy care at all times
  Plan and lead worship and prayer / faith specific meetings
• Provide pastoral care to prisoners and help to provide support and bring resolution to crisis situations where required
• Nurture Chaplaincy volunteers in their contribution
• Facilitate services provided by contractors and volunteers
• Work collaboratively with other Chaplains and Managing Chaplain on the maintenance and provision of facilities for worship and prayer
• Ensure your prison community is aware of relevant religious events and coordinate establishment support for these
• Acquire and distribute appropriate religious literature, supplies and materials
• Contribute to training programmes and materials for staff and volunteers

• Proactive in forging links with their local faith communities and other agencies, as relevant and consider ways in which these communities/agencies may become involved in mentoring residents on release
• As required, undertake and ensure that all relevant administration, data collection and analysis including relevant monitoring is collated
• Be part of the organisation and delivery of Faith Awareness Training for staff

The Ideal Candidate

• Formal endorsement in the form of recognition from the appropriate Diocesan Bishop or Religious Superior* (evidence required before appointment).
• Prioven relevant practical experience in delivery of worship, groupwork and pastoral care.
• Team player

Highly desirable

• Previous experience within a custodial or similar environment

Capability Indicators

• Relationship Management
• Resilience
• Working with others
• Planning and Organisation
• Results Orientation
• Analysis and Decision making
• Continuous Improvement
• Leadership
• Impact and Influence
• Financial and Business Awareness

Package Description

£3, 3819.19 + benefits including free uniform for operational staff, 224 hours holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), discounted health cover, subsidised gym membership, childcare voucher scheme, free meals on duty and free on-site parking

About the Company

Sodexo UK & Ireland employs around 36,000 people and delivers On-site Service Solutions to clients at over 2,300 locations including offices, hospitals, schools, defence sites, prisons, sporting events and visitor attractions.  Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. All Justice roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.