Job summary
We are seeking to appoint Bank Health Care Chaplains to work ecumenically within the Trust principally to assist in providing 24/7 emergency, and out of hours call-out provision.
Main duties of the job
Chaplains are expected to
work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and be comfortable working alongside colleagues of different denominations, other faith groups and none
offer Pastoral, Spiritual and Religious Care to patients carers and staff on wards and in departments across the Trust as appropiate. This may include the administration of the sacraments according to the rites of the Anglican or Free Church traditions.
apply an in-depth understanding of the bereavement process in working sensitively with the wide ranging spiritual and religious needs and concerns of patients, carers and staff facing life changing events
respond in a pastorally sensitive way to the varied complex situations of a maternity unit
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
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Details
- Date posted: 09 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 6
- Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
- Contract: Bank
- Working pattern: Flexible working
- Reference number: C9439-2627-013
- Job locations: Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust, Hollyhurst Road, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 6HX, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Chaplains require excellent communication skills to engage easily with people from all kinds of backgrounds, including those of different religious traditions and those of no faith. Pastoral sensitivity is an absolute essential, together with the ability to work within what can sometimes be very distressing situations.
Chaplains need to be team players, working as part of a mutually supportive and multi-disciplinary team; and to demonstrate courtesy, sensitivity and a deep personal spirituality. Meanwhile they need to be adaptable so the care they give is always appropriate to the situation they encounter.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in hospital and community based ministry settings. Experience of community based ministry
- Experience of visit-based working within an NHS setting
- Experience of working with palliative and end of life care
Desirable
- Additional pastoral/counselling/listening skills training
Qualifications
Essential
- As necessary for authorization and accreditation by the relevant faith group
- Level 6 degree or demonstrable equivalent experience
Special Requirements
Essential
- Good inter-personal, communication skills and self-knowledge.
- Ability to work alone and as a representative of an ecumenical team.
- Able to be present, at short notice, and to arrive within 1 hour to any site in the trust
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Authorised and accreditted by their respective faith group
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience and demonstrable skills in pastoral care.
- Knowledge of and sensitivity to a range of religions and faiths.
- Knowledge of the NHS and current issues
Desirable
- Counselling experience
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This advert is for Bank Chaplain with County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust in Darlington, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £39,959 to £48,117 a year. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 07 Jul 2026.
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