Chaplaincy Development Officer

SDBE are seeking someone special to join our team and take on the rewarding role of Chaplaincy Development Officer.

The successful person will have excellent interpersonal skills, a strong sense of vocation, a commitment to young people and their education, along with a proven understanding and track record of delivering faith-based support within learning environments.  Some experience of chaplaincy or working in partnership those who undertake that role would be beneficial.

The Chaplaincy Development Officer is responsible for evolving chaplaincy and supporting chaplains within the Diocese of Southwark in Further and Higher Education institutions in line with our current frameworks.

The SDBE is a high-performing Board of Education and you will:

• Join an inclusive, caring, strong professional team
• Be well supported in your role
• Contribute to the broader work of our Board
• Have excellent working conditions, including a contributory Pension Scheme, 30 days annual leave (pro rata) and access to an Employee Assistance Programme

For an informal conversation about this post please contact Mrs Roz Cordner, our Diocesan Director of Education on 020 7234 9200 or [email protected].

Please contact Corrina Zukowska, our P.A. to the Directorate & Office Manager for a copy of the job description and person specification.

Closing date for applications: Monday 15, December 2025

Selection Process: Monday, 22 December 2025

There is an Occupational Requirement for the post holder to be someone who can work in sympathy with and promote our Church of England ethos and values.

‘Southwark Diocesan Board of Education is committed to positively tackling discrimination in all its forms and works to ensure that all sections of the community have fair and equal access to and experience within employment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, in particular those that are currently under represented in our workforce; we are respectful of all individuals’ race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, caring responsibilities, disabilities and cultural background.’

The SDBE is committed to the safeguarding of children. This appointment is subject to a safeguarding DBS check.

Please note that applicants are welcome to apply for this post in combination with the Secondary Faith Adviser post which we also have advertised at this time, should they feel they are equipped for both roles and would like to.