Job summary
The main purpose of the spiritual care/chaplaincy department is to facilitate a safe, appropriate, and confidential service of spiritual and religious care that enables patients, their families and friends and members of staff to explore their experience of life, death, illness, injury, change, loss, or stress so that they can begin to find strength, support and meaning within it.
The post holder will be a key member of the chaplaincy team striving to fulfil this aim of providing spiritual care to patients, visitors, and staff, irrespective of their religion or belief. The post holder will be particularly responsible for supporting Muslim patients and staff within RBH, and for generic spiritual care support in one or more clinical areas under the direction of the head of the department. The post holder will facilitate & deliver spiritual care to patients, carers, and staff within RBH as appropriate & in line with national and local best practice guidance. They are expected to facilitate such care in terms of referring to an appropriate chaplain/faith leader/community faith group, if this is an identified need /request.
Main duties of the job
To conduct services of public worship if required in the hospital, in accordance with their own religious tradition and ecumenically as required, to administer faith community rites and practices to patients on the wards, and to otherwise provide for people who are unable to remain in contact with their faith community. To advise, or to seek advice, on all spiritual aspects of bereavement (pre and post death) care and funerals. To take part in or lead such memorial services and other corporate or public events as the trust requires.
As part of team, to offer cover for religious and spiritual needs, specifically, overnight generic on-call each week as deemed necessary by the Department of Spiritual Care.
To be available where opportunity arises to co-operate in the training of students, and to try and ensure all new members of Trust staff are familiar with the workings of the Department of Spiritual Care.
To be able to offer such training to the Trust as required for their own particular faith community and be willing to be trained in order to offer specialised training in spiritual, ethical, cultural, and multi-faith issues.
About us
Royal Brompton Hospital is a world-renowned specialist heart and lung hospital, dedicated to providing the highest standards of patient care, ground-breaking research, and advanced education. As part of Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, we are proud to lead in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of people with complex cardiac and respiratory conditions.
The commitment of our 23,500 staff is key to our success. We are one of the largest local employers and we aim to develop and support all our staff, so they are able to deliver high quality, safe and efficient care.
We have one of the most ambitious capital investment programmes anywhere in the NHS.
Our Chaplaincy Department plays a vital role in the holistic care of our patients, their families, and our staff. We are committed to meeting the spiritual, religious, and pastoral needs of all, respecting and valuing people of all faiths and beliefs, as well as those with none. The department works collaboratively as part of the wider multi-faith and multi-disciplinary team, offering inclusive and compassionate support in a diverse healthcare environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Offer spiritual and emotional support to Muslim patients and their families.
- Provide religious care including prayer support, Quranic recitation, and advice on Islamic practices in healthcare settings.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues from different faiths and backgrounds.
- Support staff in navigating faith-related concerns and ensuring inclusive care.
- Participate in regular meetings and contribute to the development of inclusive chaplaincy services.
- A practicing Muslim with appropriate religious endorsement or certification.
- Experience in chaplaincy, pastoral care, or community religious leadership.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work empathetically with people of all faiths and none.
- Understanding of healthcare environments and sensitivity to patient care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Offer spiritual and emotional support to Muslim patients and their families.
- Provide religious care including prayer support, Quranic recitation, and advice on Islamic practices in healthcare settings.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues from different faiths and backgrounds.
- Support staff in navigating faith-related concerns and ensuring inclusive care.
- Participate in regular meetings and contribute to the development of inclusive chaplaincy services.
- A practicing Muslim with appropriate religious endorsement or certification.
- Experience in chaplaincy, pastoral care, or community religious leadership.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work empathetically with people of all faiths and none.
- Understanding of healthcare environments and sensitivity to patient care.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- MA or post-graduate qualification in Healthcare Chaplaincy or equivalent
- Recognised Islamic theological qualification, authorisation/licence to minister from an accountable agency/ organisation in the UK
Desirable
- Additional counselling or pastoral training
Previous Experience
Essential
- A good understanding of Health Care Chaplaincy in the context of NHS
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- oExperience of delivering pastoral, spiritual and religious care in a healthcare setting
- oKnowledge and understanding of national policies and procedures relevant to healthcare Chaplaincy
Leading Prayers
Essential
- Ability to lead prayers from recognised or accredited faith or belief community
Desirable
- Experience of delivering pastoral, spiritual and religious care
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- MA or post-graduate qualification in Healthcare Chaplaincy or equivalent
- Recognised Islamic theological qualification, authorisation/licence to minister from an accountable agency/ organisation in the UK
Desirable
- Additional counselling or pastoral training
Previous Experience
Essential
- A good understanding of Health Care Chaplaincy in the context of NHS
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- oExperience of delivering pastoral, spiritual and religious care in a healthcare setting
- oKnowledge and understanding of national policies and procedures relevant to healthcare Chaplaincy
Leading Prayers
Essential
- Ability to lead prayers from recognised or accredited faith or belief community
Desirable
- Experience of delivering pastoral, spiritual and religious care
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
