School Chaplain

It is envisioned that this role will be split equally across both schools however flexibility will be required depending on the needs of each school at any given time.

Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is a forward thinking and expanding multi-academy Trust currently comprising of 5 schools across Manchester and Tameside. The Trust will expand to 7 schools from September 2023 and will include schools from Stockport and Trafford. The successful applicant will have opportunities to work and build relationships across these boroughs and be part of shaping the vision for Catholic Life in our schools.

This a full-time all year round post however we will consider applicants who are interested in any full or part time working arrangements, including term time only, annualised hours, reduced days per week, job sharing and any other agile/flexible working arrangement.

**The main duties of the role are**:

- To provide spiritual and pastoral support to young people across both schools, providing opportunities for reflection.
- To develop and enhance the spiritual, liturgical and prayer life of the schools.
- To organise and provide opportunities for worship, school liturgies and retreats.
- Be a practising and committed Catholic able to articulate a clear vision for Catholic Life
- Lead by example through having strong moral principles and values and champion the needs of all of our young people.
- Be committed to safeguarding
- Be able to promote and be a model of Catholic values
- Be a good listener and counsellor who shows empathy for those are struggling for whatever reason.
- Be open to new ideas, be committed to working as part of a team, have a “can do” attitude and, essentially, have a good sense of humour.
- A recruitment and retention bonus of £3000 which is payable in the first month of your employment and will be repayable on a sliding scale should the successful applicant leave within the first 3 years of employment.
- The opportunity to work within a supportive Catholic Multi-Academy Trust.
- Friendly and committed staff who are supportive and open to new ideas
- An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated, talented and hardworking individuals
- A true commitment to Continuing Professional Development with access to a library of on-line training courses and fully accredited qualifications and opportunities to access other relevant paid training.
- Entry into a competitive pension scheme
- A range of employee benefits which support your well-being that includes:

- A confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is extended to members of your family
- A Health Cash Plan which is paid for by the Trust and gives access to a range of benefits which include covering the costs towards optical, dental, alternative therapy treatments, health screening and discounted gym memberships and a large range of retail discounts. Some benefits are also available to family members
- Flu vaccination clinics
- Eyecare Vouchers

**It is a requirement of this role to be a practising Catholic and there will be Diocesan representation on the interview panel.**

Please note CVs and agency referrals will not be accepted

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