Muslim Chaplain

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 07 April 2025

Job summary

Permanent, part time position - 15 hours per week

15 hours per week worked over 2 days. Must include Fridays and additionally the on-call rota and some public holidays.

We are looking to recruit a suitably qualified and experienced Muslim Chaplain (Imam) to join the Chaplaincy team at Rotherham Foundation Trust.

The post requires a Muslim Chaplain with appropriate training, experience and qualifications who will work alongside Multi-Disciplinary Teams (MDTs) and within a Multi-Faith Chaplaincy Team.

The job holder will provide for the spiritual and religious care of patients and staff in the Muslim faith tradition and provide appropriate pastoral care for all, irrespective of faith or tradition.

The post holder will be part of a developing team of chaplains and chaplaincy volunteers who will work collaboratively with the team, under the supervision of the Trust Lead Chaplain.

Main duties of the job

To be a member of the multi-faith hospital chaplaincy team offering pastoral, spiritual and religious care to all patients, visitors and staff.

To provide specialist pastoral, spiritual and religious advice and care for Muslim patients, families and staff.

Maintain, participate in and develop pastoral, spiritual and religious care in the Trust through providing support, training and facilitation of reflective practice, including ethical considerations for all staff under the guidance of the Lead Chaplain.

To assist with the supervision and direction of chaplaincy support for all, including recruitment, training, and support of chaplaincy volunteers.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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Date posted

28 March 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year Pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-03-087

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S602UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of a range of religions and faiths plus hospital related chaplaincy procedures acquired through degree or equivalent training and experience.
Knowledge and understanding of the provision of spiritual care within the healthcare setting.
Knowledge and experience in providing sacraments and practices
Knowledge and respect for other Faiths and traditions
Experienced in working effectively within a team

Qualifications

Essential

Degree level training in a subject relevant to health care chaplaincy that includes systematic study in any of the following fields - theology, religious studies, pastoral care, psychology, counselling, or psychotherapy

Desirable

IT skills including email, Microsoft Office and Word

Experience

Essential

Significant experience in pastoral ministry
Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
Experience of working effectively in stressful situations
Ability to organise and prioritise own workload

Desirable

Experience of working effectively within a multi-faith team

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of a range of religions and faiths plus hospital related chaplaincy procedures acquired through degree or equivalent training and experience.
Knowledge and understanding of the provision of spiritual care within the healthcare setting.
Knowledge and experience in providing sacraments and practices
Knowledge and respect for other Faiths and traditions
Experienced in working effectively within a team

Qualifications

Essential

Degree level training in a subject relevant to health care chaplaincy that includes systematic study in any of the following fields - theology, religious studies, pastoral care, psychology, counselling, or psychotherapy

Desirable

IT skills including email, Microsoft Office and Word

Experience

Essential

Significant experience in pastoral ministry
Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
Experience of working effectively in stressful situations
Ability to organise and prioritise own workload

Desirable

Experience of working effectively within a multi-faith team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.