Lay Chaplain

“School is one of the educational environments where one grows by learning how to live, how to become grown-up, mature men and women. School broadens not only your intellectual dimension, but also the human one.” (Pope Francis, June 2013). Help our students in their faith journey. Work with an able team of staff in our RE Faculty and play a major role in the spiritual development of St Bernadette. We can offer: Happy, friendly and talented students Enthusiastic, committed and friendly staff A school with strong care, support and guidance You are: Committed to making a full contribution to this core faculty in our school. Enthusiastic, with effective strategies to build on the spiritual life of the school. Empathetic - courteous, sensitive and able to build a rapport with pupils of all ages, ability and background. Well-organised, proactive, and a supportive team player. An excellent communicator, with good interpersonal skills Flexible, adaptable - with a positive approach to working in a structured environment. You will: Fully support the Head of Learning (RE), and play an active part in the liturgical life of the school. Deliver a varied programme of worship and reflection, preparing Masses, Liturgies and Services. Support staff/pupils in prayer, charity work and faith life. Report directly to the HOL RE. Applications need to be made using the attached CES Lay Chaplain Application form rather than via MyNewTerm portal.