York St. John University
Assistant Chaplain (Muslim)
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Assistant Chaplain
Part-time, permanent
Salary: £28,778 to £30,378 per annum (£5,755 to £6075 perm annum pro rata)
Location: York
Introduction to York St John University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the recent addition of our new London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
The Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Team is responsible for religious provision and pastoral care for all staff and students. We provide spaces and opportunities for reflection, listening, confidential support, prayer, worship, meditation, socialising and spiritual exploration. In doing this we work closely with teams across the university, from Student Life to academic schools.
The role
This Assistant Chaplain role, reporting to the Chaplain, assists the Chaplain in supporting the spiritual life of York St John University, York campus, serving people of all faiths and none. The successful candidate will provide pastoral, spiritual and religious care for staff and students in a diverse community, contributing to the life of the University and creating supportive spaces where friendships and community can flourish. Building on understanding of religion and belief among students and staff, the Assistant Chaplain will take an active part in related learning, discussions and activities.
As a Muslim in good standing with their faith community, the Assistant Chaplain will strengthen links with York mosques and Muslim places of worship, institutions, communities and associations for the benefit of the campus and its community.
This is a part-time role working 7.4 hours per week.
Key Requirements
The successful candidate will be a practicing member of the Muslim community and in good standing with the President and Imam of their mosque, with significant experience of leading or supporting religious life and practices. They will have previous experience of offering pastoral care in a variety of contexts, and will be experienced in working in a diverse, multifaith environment. They will demonstrate the ability to build constructive relationships with staff and students, offering sensitivity and warmth to everyone visiting or using the Chaplaincy, regardless of their background, culture or faith.
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Additional Information
For informal enquiries please contact Revd Jane Speck at j.speck@yorksj.ac.uk or 01904 876 606.
Please visit our Social Media profiles to learn more about our contribution – @ysjchaplaincy
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we encourage you to please apply as early as possible as we may consider closing earlier if we receive a high level of applications. If the vacancy is closed earlier, all pending applicants will be notified and provided with 24 hours' notice to submit an application.
Application process support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)
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Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can be helpful in shaping your responses, but we encourage you to share your answers in your own words.
Our Benefits Package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -
- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
- Pension scheme
- Health Cash Plan after six months service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
- Relocation expenses package for certain roles
- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
Further Information About Life At YSJ
Our attached 'further information' document below provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.
Read more about our culture, inclusive community, working arrangements and benefits for York St John employees
Read the latest news, views and stories from our staff and students.
Read more about our commitment to managing and reducing our environmental impact and to promoting sustainable development wherever we can.
Closing Date: Tuesday 20 October 2026 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date: Tuesday 10 November 2026
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