Chaplaincy Volunteer

Job summary

Chaplaincy Volunteer -Chaplaincy department

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is looking to appoint additional Chaplaincy Volunteers to contribute a couple of hours a week and support the Chaplaincy department.

Within the hospital environment, candidates must be willing to engage with all patients, relatives, staff, and to work with all chaplaincy colleagues regardless of denomination, gender, faith or belief.

It is expected that chaplaincy volunteers will be recognised within and be approved by either their own denomination, faith or belief group, be in good standing within their own faith/belief community and ideally, have demonstrated previous pastoral experience.

Main duties of the job

• Approaching patients with respect and clearly introducing yourself and your role
• Listening attentively to patients or carers stories
• Promoting the work of the Chaplaincy more broadly
• Building positive relationships with patients, staff, and visitors
• Offering to pray with patients upon request, or connecting them with someone who can
• Referring patients to a Duty Chaplain for additional pastoral support when needed
• Where authorised by their denomination, some volunteers may administer Holy Communion at the bedside
• Participating in team discussions and required training sessions
• Ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with professional and organisational policies
• Reporting to the Lead Chaplain

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

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Details

• Date posted: 01 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: Depending on experience This is a voluntary role not a paid role.
• Contract: Voluntary
• Working pattern: Part-time
• Reference number: C9165-26-0017
• Job locations: The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust, Moorgate Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 2UD, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

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