Chaplain based at Hartcliffe, Bristol

Chaplain based at Hartcliffe, Bristol

Available Hours:

Permanent – Part Time – 20 hours per week.

Would you like to make a positive contribution to benefit older people?

Spiritual well-being – rather than religious affiliation or belief – as a universal need is a cornerstone of MHA’s positive approach to ageing and we aim to provide the highest quality care and support for older people of all faiths and beliefs.

We are looking for a person to be responsible for the spiritual, religious and pastoral life of the home/scheme and who will build good working relationships with local faith communities. A significant proportion of our residents participate in the regular Christian worship that is part of the life of all our homes and schemes, so alongside an inclusive approach to spirituality, we need a Chaplain who is able to lead Christian worship. We are therefore looking for a person who is in good standing with their Christian community¹ (a lay person or an ordained minister). 

An empathetic understanding of spiritual aspects of ageing and dementia, demonstrated through experience of providing pastoral care and, ideally, leading services, is essential.

¹In accordance with the Equality Act 2010: Schedule 9, Part 1, there is an Occupational Requirement for the post holder to be a practising Christian.

For more information about the role please review the Job Description attached.

About the Home

Hartcliffe care is situated in Bristol and provides nursing care for our 65 residents, in modern yet homely, purpose built en suite accommodation.

It’s a wonderfully calm and welcoming home, where our passionate team deliver personalised care in a warm, supportive and safe environment. Hartcliffe is a community-focused care home, and we have taken care to create an environment where our residents and day centre members can thrive.

Spiritual needs vary as we each experience wellbeing and fulfilment in different ways. That’s why, at Hartcliffe, we offer so many opportunities to foster relationships and positive experiences – from developing new skills and fulfilling personal ambitions to creative pursuits and trips out.

What makes Hartcliffe special?

• Personalised care plans, developed with residents and their family
• Caring, professional colleagues
• Dedicated chaplain for pastoral care
• Landscaped secure gardens
• In-house hair salon
• Lots of activities

For more information about the home please click here.

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme. Click here to read more about this.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the advert closing as and when suitable applications are received. If a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early, therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application.

“Agencies: Please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CV’s from any agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) or not. We only accept CV’s from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s central Talent Acquisition Team.”