Chaplain Team Lead - Southampton & South Coast

Introduction

Overview

The Mission to Seafarers is seeking applications for the role of Chaplain Team Lead with responsibility for further developing our important work in Southampton and other south coast ports. This is a varied, challenging and fulfilling role in which you will ensure the delivery of an effective chaplaincy service in line with our core purpose of ensuring the provision of spiritual, moral and physical support to seafarers and their families, of all different backgrounds and nationalities.

About Us

Founded in 1856, the purpose of The Mission to Seafarers is to share God’s love and grace with seafarers by caring for them in the many difficult and challenging circumstances they encounter. Our ministry is wide ranging and holistic with an emphasis on compassionate, practical action and an absolute commitment to working with those of all faiths and nationalities, always with the deepest sensitivity and respect. We currently have a presence in over 200 ports in 50 countries. 

Main Responsibilities

You will be responsible for developing and implementing a holistic operating strategy for the region, ensuring our mission is accessible and that our service provision is appropriate for all seafarers coming into the ports. You will also grow the volunteer base serving the ports which will involve reaching out to local churches and Christian community groups; and represent The Mission to Seafarers in and around the port, particularly with such bodies as the Port Authority, Port Committees and other maritime organisations such as Stella Maris.

The Ideal Candidate

Candidates should have the proven ability to plan, develop and deliver an operating strategy; demonstrate strong leadership skills; possess strong and adaptable interpersonal skills; be collaborative and inclusive and able to work as part of an ecumenical team; be empathetic, supportive and understanding with good self-awareness; demonstrate sound judgement, emotional intelligence and sensitivity; be culturally and politically aware; and be able to remain calm and measured in challenging situations.

This is a full-time post, open to ordained and non-ordained candidates. The Mission to Seafarers is an Anglican Mission, but this post is open to Christians of all denominations who possess a strong Christian faith and who have empathy with our Anglican roots and the purpose of our work. 

Applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK.

Please see the attached Job Description and Application Form for more details.