About The Role
A church has stood on Leadenhall Street for nearly 800 years, bearing witness to Jesus Christ in word and action for generations. Today, we are the Guild Church for Workers, with a diverse ministry among those who work in the City of London. We are also London’s only Jacobean church, and when our doors are open, we are blessed with dozens of visitors each day ranging from causal tourists through to local workers seeking reflection and support. We want people who enter this space to encounter the love of God, and the peace which comes from entering a sacred place of prayer and reflection.[JH1.1] So, as we are open more during the week we are looking for Chaplaincy Volunteers to offer a welcoming presence and pastoral support to visitors.
As a Chaplaincy Volunteer, you will help visitors and tourists experience a friendly welcome to the church and offer a listening ear and pastoral support if required. You will be part of our growing workplace chaplaincy team, helping to create a welcoming and supportive space where everyone feels valued and encouraged.
The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults through the use of the Safer Recruitment practice guidance. This role is subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check.
• Prepare prayerfully and thoughtfully for each period of duty.
• Demonstrate a prayerful, friendly and supportive attitude.
• Provide a warm ministry of welcome to all who come to SKC.
• Offer a pastoral, prayerful and attentive presence, engaging sensitively with visitors and those who approach you.
• Maintain an awareness of being part of the wider SKC church community.
• Show enthusiasm for the life and mission of SKC.
• Use clear, respectful communication and attentive listening skills.
• Exercise initiative and discernment when responding to situations.
• Be willing to take part in training as needed.
– Prayerful and spiritually grounded
– Warm, welcoming presence
– Pastoral sensitivity
– Strong communication skills
– Team awareness
– Enthusiasm for SKC’s vision
– Good judgement and initiative
– Reliable and committed
– Willingness to learn
Equal Opportunities
The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME) and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.