Associate Chaplain
Job description
Appointment of Associate Chaplain
for Junior King’s and The King’s School, Canterbury
September 2023 or January 2024
Based in the Kent countryside and close to the Cathedral city of Canterbury, Junior King’s is one of the most prestigious prep schools in the country. The King’s School is based in Canterbury just three miles from Junior King’s. Within the heart of both schools lies a very unique, strong and special community. We recognise that every child has different strengths and talents, and we pride ourselves on nurturing and helping each pupil to reach their true potential.
The King’s School and Junior King’s Canterbury are seeking to appoint a creative, prayerful and collaborative priest who is a gifted communicator to work with our Chaplaincy team at an exciting stage in the development of our mission. The Associate Chaplain will have responsibility for the spiritual and pastoral care of staff and students in the Junior School and will share in ministry across the King’s family. This is a full-time position, starting in September 2023, and accommodation may be provided.
Applications should be submitted online through the vacancies portal on the school website https://tinyurl.com/Kings-Vacancies. Please include a CV with the names and contact details of two referees, and one-sided covering letter for the Head, Mrs Károlyi, outlining your suitability for the role. Should you wish to discuss this role informally, please email the Senior Chaplain: [email protected].
Applications should be made by Wednesday 24th May. Interviews of shortlisted candidates are expected to take place on Thursday 8th June. Tours of the schools will take place for shortlisted candidates during the interview day.
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