Job summary
Please refer to Job Description
Job description
Overview of the job � �
Job holders will provide faith/belief and pastoral care to prisoners and staff of their own faith/belief tradition and have an understanding/knowledge of other faith/beliefs as part of a multi- faith/belief chaplaincy team. Job holders will also be required to meet the pastoral needs of people of other faiths/beliefs and none.
Summary � �
The job holder will work with colleagues to ensure the delivery of PSI 05/2016 Faith and Pastoral Care for Prisoners or its successor policy framework and also the broader work of chaplaincy in delivering faith and non-faith-based courses. Will contribute to the process by which the Governor and Chaplain General/Head of Faith Services are assured that these policies are being delivered.
The job holder will engage with and build contacts with their own faith/belief community towards aiding the resettlement of offenders.
Takes responsibility for one�s own spiritual health and development, allowing time for private prayer/reflection, study and retreat.
This is a non-rotational, non-operational job with no line management or supervisory responsibilities.
Responsibilities, Activities and Duties � �
The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:
� � �provide guidance on their faith/belief system in the establishment providing advice, pastoral care and spiritual welfare to prisoners, staff and their families as requested, liaising with their Faith and Belief Adviser (FBA) or other FBA as appropriate;
� � �plan and lead worship/meditation, prayer and faith/belief specific meetings. Be part of the provision of available and accessible chaplaincy care at all times;
� � �facilitate and deliver opportunities for worship/meditation, study and religious programmes. Work collaboratively with other Chaplains, the Managing Chaplain, volunteers and external groups on the maintenance and provision of facilities for worship/meditation and prayer;
� � �contribute towards the development of local policy, procedures and practice;
� � �provide pastoral care to prisoners and help to provide support and bring resolution to crisis situations where required. Provide mentoring and personal support for other chaplains and volunteers including following incidents;
� � �nurture Chaplaincy volunteers in their contribution;
� � �work with the Official Prison Visitor (OPV) Liaison Officer in promoting the scheme within the prison ensuring all prisoners are aware of it and to assist where required OPV volunteers;
� � �ensure their prison community is aware of relevant faith/belief events and coordinate establishment support for these. Acquire and distribute appropriate faith/belief literature, artefacts and materials;
� � �contribute to training programmes and materials for staff and volunteers. Be part of the organisation and delivery of Faith Awareness Training for staff;
� � �represent the chaplaincy team at establishment meetings, committees etc in the absence of the Managing Chaplain;
� � �actively support the Assessment, Care in Custody and Teamwork (ACCT) process;
� � �attend relevant boards/meetings and actively contribute either as chair or team member;
� � �with the agreement of the Managing Chaplain and establishment senior management team and as required, take on additional roles; Family Liaison Officer, Family Services single point of contact, volunteer coordinator etc;
� � �be proactive in forging links with their local faith/belief communities and other agencies, as relevant and consider ways in which these communities/agencies may become involved in supporting prisoners on release;
� � �participate in developing ways for improving and achieving targets as required, undertake and ensure that all relevant administration, data collection and analysis including relevant targets are collated; and
� � �assist in Probation Approved Premises (APs), with offenders on release into the community, those serving community sentences or other HMPPS funded community initiatives by agreement.
The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation Scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the job holder.
Technical 1 �
Must complete specific training to hold the qualifications required
for area of specialism outlined on the relevant job description.
Faith/Belief Eligibility Requirements (January 2023)
Pagan:
� Be a proven and continued member of the Pagan
Federation as the endorsing body or other eligible
grove/coven or group who are signed up with and
represented by the Pagan Symposium.
� Referenced or evidence-based training within the Pagan
Community
� Theologically competent and proficient in teaching
eclectically across more than one Pagan Tradition.
� Have an understanding and can demonstrate an in-depth
knowledge of Pagan practice.
� Pagan Chaplains will be asked to provide written
confirmation to the HMPPS Pagan Faith and Belief
Adviser attesting to the credentials, qualifications and
accountability of each candidate. (This evidence will be
required before appointment and thereafter periodically
according to HMPPS vetting policy.)
� Requirement for Continuing Professional Development
(CPD). In order to maintain endorsement by the HMPPS
Pagan Faith and Belief Adviser, all chaplains will be
required to have regular contact with and unbroken
membership of their endorsing body and the wider Pagan
community. Engage with and demonstrate regular
continuing reflection or training contributing towards their
professional development as ministers. This will be
recorded and assessed on an annual basis by the
HMPPS Pagan Faith and Belief Adviser.
� Must have the endorsement of the HMPPS Pagan Faith
and Belief Adviser (Evidence required before
appointment). �
Behaviour 7 �
Caring �
Person specification
Please refer to Job Description
Licences
Faith/Belief Eligibility Requirements (January 2023)
Pagan:
� Be a proven and continued member of the Pagan
Federation as the endorsing body or other eligible
grove/coven or group who are signed up with and
represented by the Pagan Symposium.
� Referenced or evidence-based training within the Pagan
Community
� Theologically competent and proficient in teaching
eclectically across more than one Pagan Tradition.
� Have an understanding and can demonstrate an in-depth
knowledge of Pagan practice.
� Pagan Chaplains will be asked to provide written
confirmation to the HMPPS Pagan Faith and Belief
Adviser attesting to the credentials, qualifications and
accountability of each candidate. (This evidence will be
required before appointment and thereafter periodically
according to HMPPS vetting policy.)
� Requirement for Continuing Professional Development
(CPD). In order to maintain endorsement by the HMPPS
Pagan Faith and Belief Adviser, all chaplains will be
required to have regular contact with and unbroken
membership of their endorsing body and the wider Pagan
community. Engage with and demonstrate regular
continuing reflection or training contributing towards their
professional development as ministers. This will be
recorded and assessed on an annual basis by the
HMPPS Pagan Faith and Belief Adviser.
� Must have the endorsement of the HMPPS Pagan Faith
and Belief Adviser (Evidence required before
appointment)
Qualifications
Specific qualification requirements
Must complete specific training to hold the qualifications required
for area of specialism outlined on the relevant job description.
Faith/Belief Eligibility Requirements (January 2023)
Pagan:
� Be a proven and continued member of the Pagan
Federation as the endorsing body or other eligible
grove/coven or group who are signed up with and
represented by the Pagan Symposium.
� Referenced or evidence-based training within the Pagan
Community
� Theologically competent and proficient in teaching
eclectically across more than one Pagan Tradition.
� Have an understanding and can demonstrate an in-depth
knowledge of Pagan practice.
� Pagan Chaplains will be asked to provide written
confirmation to the HMPPS Pagan Faith and Belief
Adviser attesting to the credentials, qualifications and
accountability of each candidate. (This evidence will be
required before appointment and thereafter periodically
according to HMPPS vetting policy.)
� Requirement for Continuing Professional Development
(CPD). In order to maintain endorsement by the HMPPS
Pagan Faith and Belief Adviser, all chaplains will be
required to have regular contact with and unbroken
membership of their endorsing body and the wider Pagan
community. Engage with and demonstrate regular
continuing reflection or training contributing towards their
professional development as ministers. This will be
recorded and assessed on an annual basis by the
HMPPS Pagan Faith and Belief Adviser.
� Must have the endorsement of the HMPPS Pagan Faith
and Belief Adviser (Evidence required before
appointment).
Memberships
Chaplains are required to meet the Faith Eligibility Requirements for their chosen faith as outlined within the Group Profile.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
1. Communicating and Influencing
2. Managing a Quality Service
3. Making Effective Decisions
4. Changing and Improving
5. Working Together
6. Delivering at Pace
Technical skills
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
7. Please refer to Job Description
Benefits
Alongside your salary of �34,760, HM Prison & Probation Service contributes �10,069 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
8. Access to learning and development
9. A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance
10. A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity
11. A with an employer contribution of
12. Annual Leave
13. Public Holidays
14. Season Ticket Advance
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