Lead Chaplain for Thames Valley Police

Oxford Diocesan Board of Finance
Kidlington
Other Police Force Pay Grade
£45,231.00 per annum
Full Time
Fixed Term

Lead Chaplain for Thames Valley Police

Salary: £45,231.00 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week (full-time) with regular agreed hours and days
Contract: 3-year fixed-term
Location: Core location Thames Valley Police Headquarters, Oxford Road, Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5 2NX, with elements of hybrid working

About the role:

We are seeking to appoint a competent and theologically able Anglican, to act as Lead Chaplain for Thames Valley Police (TVP), supporting the force in the delivery of its wellbeing strategy. In this role, you will provide personal, practical, and spiritual care to police officers, staff, and their families of all faiths and none. The successful candidate will be employed by the Oxford Diocesan Board of Finance, working full-time for Thames Valley Police. There is a requirement to have a Licence to Officiate from the Bishop of Oxford.

Revd Helen Arnold, former Lead Chaplain at TVP: “It has been my dream job to have a full-time ministry in TVP! I was drawn to apply for this role 6 years ago, as I knew the excellent reputation of TVP, and that Police Chaplaincy is well established and valued by officers and staff in Thames Valley. We all benefit from the fantastic policing that we so often take for granted, keeping our families, our streets, and our homes safe. Over the past 6 years, I have particularly enjoyed building relationships not just with those individuals to whom we offer pastoral support and signposting, but also with staff support networks within TVP and the local communities. Furthermore, TVP's Chaplaincy team includes representatives of different faiths, reflecting those we work with and the communities they serve. It has been a great privilege to get to know and be welcomed by different faith communities across Thames Valley, and I am proud to have belonged to this police family for a time."

As Lead Chaplain, you will manage a Chaplaincy service in TVP with a team of volunteer chaplains. They are a group of experienced, trained volunteers who offer their time and passion because they appreciate the job that police officers, staff, and their families do for our communities. Learn more about volunteer chaplains at TVP 


To apply for this role, you should meet the following criteria:

•   Be an Ordained Anglican Priest who is theologically qualified, with experience in ministry,
•   Be able to relate theology to contemporary issues, 
•   Be able to understand the challenges faced by police officers, staff, and their families, 
•   Possess strong communication and leadership skills, 
•   Be able to promote inclusivity and diversity,
•   Be proficient in Microsoft Office,
•   Be able to engage with diverse communities to maintain and build multi-faith networks throughout Thames Valley Police and community links.  

Whilst the core location for the role is in Kidlington, the Lead Chaplain will also travel to police stations and community venues across the Thames Valley, so a driving licence is required. The role also offers elements of hybrid working.


Benefits and Rewards:

•   25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 30 days according to length of service
•   UK public holidays and three privilege days
•   Elements of hybrid working
•   Free parking at core location HQ South in Kidlington
•   Generous pension
•   Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme
•   Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme
•   Enhanced family-friendly policies and a generous sick pay provision
•   Access to low-interest financial services from Churches Mutual Credit Union including loans

How to apply:

To apply, please email your completed application form and recruitment monitoring form to: recruitment@oxford.anglican.org  The forms are accessible via the links below:

Job Description | Application Form  | Recruitment Monitoring Form | Privacy Notice


Closing date for receipt of applications:

Midnight on Sunday 18 August 2024

Interviews will take place: 

Location: Thames Valley Police Head Quarters, Oxford Road, Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5 2NX

Date: Tuesday 3 September 2024


We want our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in the composition of our staff. We are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates from communities currently underrepresented in the diocese.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. If you do not hear from us, your application has not been successful.

At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities.  Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission.  As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.

Working Smart.  You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day.  In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce. 

Supporting You.  Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do.  Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives.  We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card.  Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.

Developing You.  We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential. 

Vetting.  All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.

 

This opportunity is closed to applications.