HMP Millsike- LDS Chaplain

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Location

HMP Millsike

Contract

Part-time (4 hours per week)

At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day. Within Mitie Care & Custody, we are committed to creating safe, respectful, and rehabilitative environments where individuals can unlock their potential and build a positive future.

We're looking for an LDS Chaplain to join our Multi-Faith Chaplaincy Team, supporting the delivery of pastoral care, faith services, and rehabilitation initiatives within HMP Millsike. This role plays a vital part in fostering a culture of restoration, inclusivity, and respect across the establishment.

Role Responsibilities

-Deliver pastoral care and faith support to prisoners and staff, ensuring accessibility regardless of faith or belief.

-Plan, organise, and lead worship, religious services, and observance of holy days in line with LDS practices.

-Support prisoner rehabilitation and resettlement through faith-based guidance, mentoring, and community engagement.

-Work collaboratively with Safer Custody, Equalities, and wider prison teams to maintain a safe and inclusive environment.

-Participate in key prison processes, including ACCT reviews, violence reduction initiatives, and equalities forums.

-Provide faith and belief advice to staff and contribute to awareness programmes that promote understanding and inclusion.

-Maintain accurate records, reports, and chaplaincy administration in line with HMPPS standards and policies.

-Build relationships with external faith groups and volunteers to support chaplaincy services and prisoner resettlement.

Required Qualifications

-Practising member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, living in accordance with its teachings.

-Men must be ordained elders or high priests; all applicants must hold a valid Temple Recommend.

-Endorsement from appropriate LDS Church leadership (e.g. Bishop or Stake President) and HMPPS Faith and Belief Adviser.

-Ability to pass enhanced security checks (EL2/CTC).

What we're looking for

-Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage sensitively and effectively with a diverse population.

-Experience or demonstrated capability in pastoral care, particularly in challenging or crisis situations.

-Understanding of safeguarding, equality, and working within a multi-faith and custodial environment.

-Collaborative team player with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

-Professional, ethical, and resilient approach to working in a secure setting.

-Ability to influence, support, and guide individuals in a rehabilitative context.

Desirable

-Experience working within a custodial, healthcare, community, or social care environment.

-Awareness and understanding of other faiths and beliefs.

-Experience supporting training, workshops, or group-based interventions.

What's in it for you?

-Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in rehabilitation and personal development.

-Be part of a purpose-driven, multi-faith team in a unique and impactful environment.

-Work within a forward-thinking establishment focused on restoration, dignity, and opportunity.

There's a place for you at Mitie — join us today!