Chaplain at Forest School

Closing date: 24 February 2025
Website: https://www.forest.org.uk/
Location: Waltham Forest

Job overview

Chaplaincy at Forest exists to ensure that pupils consider that there is more to life than the material. It aims to encourage everyone to develop their spirituality whatever they perceive it to be; the Chaplain is not there only for those who share the Christian faith but is responsible for the spiritual life of the School and is pastor to the entire School community. 

This position is a role that encompasses both pupils and staff across the whole school community.  Chaplaincy at Forest is about guiding and resourcing spiritual development and dialogue, empowering the discovery of deeper meaning and creating space for exploring purpose, identity and values.  

 

Why work at Forest?

There are many benefits of working at Forest school as staff are our single most important asset. Key benefits include:    

  • Generous CPD budget
  • Comprehensive Professional Development Review system               
  • Opportunities to contribute to the wider community via our extensive Outreach Programme       
  • Free hot lunch (takeaway sandwich lunch also available) and refreshments throughout the day               
  • 20% fee remission (pro-rata for part time staff) for children attending Forest which is applicable Y3-Y13               
  • Subsidised membership to the Sylvestrian Leisure Centre             
  • Membership of the School's Group Life Assurance scheme and Personal Accident Scheme        
  • Contribution towards private medical insurance fees               
  • Membership of a pension scheme

 

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so early applications are encouraged. Forest School reserves the right to make appointments at any stage.

Applications close on 24th February 2025.

The first round of interviews will take place on 5th March 2025.

The second round of interviews will take place on 20th March 2025.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.


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