1.0FTE Apprentice School Chaplain

La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School, London, SW12 0AB

33 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  16 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  10 April 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm; 35hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £28,507 - £29,781

What skills and experience we're looking for

As Apprentice Chaplain, you will:

• Be a visible and approachable spiritual presence around the school.
• Support the Headteacher in his role as faith leader.
• Work closely with the SLT lead for Catholic Life and Mission to nurture and develop the school’s Catholic ethos.
• Lead prayer, liturgies, and retreats for students and staff.
• Organise charitable outreach, social justice projects, and fundraising.
• Promote and care for the Chapel as a sacred space.
• Collaborate with local parishes, the Diocese of Southwark, and the wider Catholic community.
• Contribute to the RE curriculum and whole-school development planning, where appropriate.
• Engage in appropriate training and formation to become a qualified school chaplain.

This post requires an individual who can inspire through example, who is enthusiastic about youth ministry, and who has the commitment to help others recognise God's love in their lives.

“The chaplain will have a central role in implementing the school vision and nurturing the liturgical and faith life of the whole community.”

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer

• Inner London weighting
• Dedicated wellbeing programme
• Healthcare scheme
• Two-week October half-term holiday
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Long service awards
• Two weeks October half term
• Detailed induction programme for new staff
• A supportive, welcoming Catholic community.
• Ongoing training and spiritual formation opportunities.
• Mentoring from experienced leaders in Catholic education and chaplaincy.
• The chance to be part of a forward-thinking and values-led school community.

Commitment to safeguarding

https://www.laretraite.co.uk/Information/Safeguarding/

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

About La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1195 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School website
• Email address: ssilva@laretraite.co.uk
• Phone number: 0208 6736544
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Arranging a visit to La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email ssilva@laretraite.co.uk.

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