Anglican Chaplain and Chaplaincy Co-ordinator for the University of Bradford (half-time)

Introduction

This role can be combined with the role of Associate Vicar of Holy Trinity Bingley with St Wilfrid Gilstead and St Michael's Cottingley to create a full time appointment.

 The Bishop of Leeds, together with the University of Bradford, wishes to appoint an ordained Anglican Chaplain, who will also be the Chaplaincy Coordinator for the inter-faith chaplaincy team. 

 We seek someone who: 

• Loves forming good pastoral and working relationships with a wide range of people.
• Is excited about working in an environment with people of many different faiths and denominations.
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a wider team as well as on their own.
• Has experience of chaplaincy work.
• Has a good understanding of the Higher Education sector from both a student and staff perspective.

We can offer: 

• Working with an inter-disciplinary department alongside Counselling, Disability, Mental Health and Student Life teams.
• Supportive relationships with the University of Bradford and local churches, including desk space within a shared space when on campus and a valued position within the Student Life & Wellbeing department (including attendance at manager’s meetings).
• a half-stipend and a contribution towards housing costs.

The Diocese of Leeds is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment. All appointments to roles undertaking regulated activity are subject to pre-appointment checks, including references and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check

Informal conversations welcome: Ven Dr Andy Jolley, Archdeacon of Bradford, 07973 458403, andy.jolley@leeds.anglican.org 

Closing date: Midnight on 25th April April 2025 Interviews: 9th May 2025

Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post