Lay Chaplain

The College is seeking to appoint a committed Catholic who can support the College, Principal and Director of Catholic Life in the provision of a high-quality pastoral ministry for the staff and students of Notre Dame. We are looking for someone who is well-qualified, able and enthusiastic. You should have a track record of outstanding success and be committed to equality and diversity. The Chaplain is a key member of staff who will work across the whole sixth form College community both internally and externally. You will be able to demonstrate a proactive approach in getting to know staff and students, engaging with them and establishing a positive presence amongst them. You will be fully committed to nurturing and helping students to grow, spiritually, academically and socially in a Catholic Sixth Form and Christian environment.

Catholic Life at Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College

At Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College we are extremely proud of all our students’ achievements, especially the individual progression that they each make in their time with us. Our aim is to offer a ‘World Class Catholic Education’ by providing the best care, support and outcome for each individual student. As a Catholic College we make Christ known to all members of our extended community through the way we work and the way we act. The virtues of faith, hope and love are at the centre of our teaching, support and guidance. In the words of St Paul we promote ‘be ambitious for the higher gifts.there are three things that last: faith, hope and love; and the greatest of these is love.’
Notre Dame is not just about gaining qualifications and passing exams. We also believe in the importance of encouraging spiritual and moral growth, and developing important core skills and knowledge which add to the breadth of education.

The post offers the opportunity for an experienced or aspirational individual with a track record of outstanding success working with similar aged young people in an educational setting. You will be motivated to make a significant contribution to the future of Notre Dame within a supportive, friendly environment, with a commitment to the personal and academic development of all students.

**Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 30 August 2023.**

It is intended that interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date.
- The College is committed to Safeguarding and promotes the welfare of young people and expects all staff, students and volunteers to share this commitment. _

**This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.