Lay Chaplain Apprentice - St Bede's, Scunthorpe

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Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Scunthorpe
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£22,366 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Practising Catholic Youth Ministry Pastoral Care Faith Formation Education Experience Communication Skills Teamwork Leadership

FULL DESCRIPTION

Lay Chaplain Apprentice - St Bede's, Scunthorpe

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a Lay Chaplain Apprentice for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] in Scunthorpe. This is a fixed-term apprenticeship for 18 months, 37 hours per week, starting September 2024. Salary: £22,366 per annum. Closing date: 27 May 2024.

About the Role

Are you enthusiastic and energetic with the passion to become a faith leader working with children and young people? You will support the Catholic Life and Collective Worship of our school communities and work with the Lead Lay Chaplain of the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] to fulfil the Trust's vision for Lay Chaplaincy provision. The apprenticeship is in partnership with St Mary's University Twickenham.

About the Employer

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] brings together 36 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire. This role is based at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] in Scunthorpe, an Ofsted-rated Good School. This role is funded by the Assumption Legacy Fund.

Key Responsibilities

  • Be a practising Catholic with a strong faith commitment and clear vision for Catholic Education.
  • Create a nurturing environment and bring out the best in all students.
  • Play a vital role in shaping the experience and development of students.
  • Have experience in education or youth ministry.
  • Be caring, supportive and committed to achieving excellent results.
  • Promote the well-being of students, providing guidance and support.
  • Inspire learning and progress.

We Offer

  • Salary of £22,366 per annum (OLOL Band 1, Scale Point 2)
  • Training with an accredited provider (20% off-the-job time)
  • Wonderful students with a passion for learning
  • A team of talented and highly committed staff in a supportive environment
  • Nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay
  • Automatic enrolment into Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contributions >20%)
  • Access to first-class CPD opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Health and wellbeing support
  • Staff discounts and Cycle-to-work scheme

How to Apply

Complete the online application form at Vacancies - [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Closing date: 27 May 2024 at 9:00am. For enquiries, contact the Lay Chaplaincy Team on [contact hidden].

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks are required. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

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