Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

St. James’s Square, Boscombe,

Bournemouth, BH5 2BX

Tel. 01202 427544

Email: [email protected]

School Chaplain

26 hours per week for 39 weeks per year (Working Term time only).

Salary Grade 5, £23,620 pro rata (Paid 44.65 weeks per annum including paid holiday

Hours : 4 days per school week, 8.30am to 3.30pm with a 30 minute break

The governors of this friendly and successful school are seeking to appoint a chaplain to promote the Eucharistically Christ-centered ethos of the school, and to provide spiritual care to children, staff, parents and carers.

You will:

• be at the forefront of staff and pupil formation.
• provide a spiritual atmosphere to promote a rich prayer life.
• support staff and lead in the preparation of whole school liturgy and prayer including weekly Mass, key stage liturgy and prayer, INSET days, Advent, Lent and Easter services.
• provide regular prayer opportunities for the staff, pupils, parents, Governors and the wider community.
• be at the forefront of pupil-led faith in action social justice groups, and charities.

We offer:

• Children who are enthusiastic and keen to learn.
• Friendly, welcoming and supportive staff who work well as a team.
• Challenge and opportunity.
• An environment where children flourish.
• A commitment to the whole family.
• A commitment to your professional development.

An informal meeting with the headteacher is warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please email Mrs Solly on [email protected] or phone the school to arrange a meeting. Application forms, job description and person specification are available on the school website www.cccpschool.co.uk or you can request an application pack from the school office. We regret to advise that CV’s are not accepted as a form of application.

The closing date for applications is midday Tuesday 13th June 2023

Please email your application to [email protected] or send to

Susan Solly, Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, St James’s Sq, Boscombe, BH5 2BX

Interviews: Tuesday 27th June 2023

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS.

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.