School Chaplain

School Chaplain

Required for September 2023

Full Time/Permanent

Scale NJC Grade G (Pt 19 – 22)

39 weeks per year plus 4 days

St Augustine’s Catholic Academy is proud to belong to a community of Catholic schools across the world, which are rooted in the traditions and heritage of Catholic education. We nurture our students to become strong, independent individuals ready to make a significant contribution to our communities, locally, nationally and internationally, rooted in the goodness of God. The academy is a member of St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust and shares its ambition for the success of all children and young people.

The Local Governing Board of St Augustine’s Catholic Academy are seeking to appoint an inspirational School Chaplain. The successful candidate will be a committed Catholic with a good understanding of Catholic theology. They will be passionate in encouraging the Catholic faith in young people, proactive in leading and developing the spiritual, liturgical and prayer life of the school and committed to achieving successful outcomes in all aspects of the school’s chaplaincy provision.

We are looking for some who:

·        Is committed to supporting and developing the spiritual and pastoral well-being of young people

·        Is highly motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively with a range of colleagues and other stakeholders

·        Is innovative in ways to celebrate the Catholic ethos of the school and find new ways for the Gospel to encourage and challenge students and staff

·        Is passionate about leading and encouraging members of the school and wider community to have a positive attitude and inclusive approach to change and development

In return we can offer:

·        Pupils who have a keen and active interest in exploring the FAITH values of the school.

·        a friendly, committed and hard-working staff and supportive parents and families.

·        a supportive, active and dedicated Local Governing Board.

·        a strong and cohesive senior leadership team.

In addition to the role at St Augustine’s, the postholder would spend one day per week supporting the development of Catholic Life and Mission and Collective Worship across the Trust.

• Playing a key role in the planning and coordination of Trust events;
• Designing and implementing a programme of formation for staff across the Trust;
• Providing high quality professional development opportunities;
• Carrying out trust-wide monitoring in line with CSI framework;
• Modelling / co-facilitation of high quality collective worship;
• Coaching and support

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact the school office on 01744 678112.

Applications must be made on the CES application form which can be downloaded, along with further information, from the school website www.staugs.org.uk

Completed application forms should sent directly to CBanks@staugustine.sjcmat.co.uk and be marked for the attention of Mrs G Lynch, Headteacher.

Closing date:     Monday 5th June 2023 at 12.00 noon

Interviews:        Thursday 15th June 2023

The post is subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.