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Quinquennial Inspections (QI) Expand Why a parish should undertake Quinquennial Inspections of their buildings. Every parish has an obligation to take care of, and maintain their properties, which are owned, and/or used by the parish for day-to-day purposes. Each parish has a duty of care to keep their building(s) in a good state of repair, as well-cared for buildings are a part of our patrimony, to be passed on to the next generation. Poorly maintained buildings and sites are demoralising for priests, parishioners and members of the visiting public. Neglected buildings can encourage antisocial behaviour within our communities. This can lead to unnecessary expenditure and in some instances, insurances being invalid. QI specification document QI recommended works document QI guidance notes for parishes QI Policy Parish Maintenance Plan Building Maintenance is an important and regular part of parish life. This plan is a useful template to help map out different maintenance tasks throughout the year and who will undertake them. The template is designed as a initial guide to building maintenance requirements and can be adapted as required by a parish. If you require any further assistance with building maintenance then please speak to a member of the Property Team: [email protected]
Standing Order/Gift Aid Expand Download Standing Order & Gift Aid Declaration form Set up a Standing Order to continue giving NB: If you have internet banking you don’t need to fill in the standing order section of the form, please obtain your parish’s bank details direct from the parish and set up a new standing order online. OTHERWISE: 1 Download the form and print it. 2 Fill in your bank account details and how much you wish to give etc. and sign it. 3 Then either contact your parish for the parish bank account details and add them in and post the form to your bank OR post the form to your parish and they will complete the parish section and will then post the form to your bank. Please ensure you get the correct title of your parish account from the parish, and if asked confirm the account is a business account. Please note you can print stamps at Royal Mail 4 If you post the form to your bank yourself it would be helpful to let your parish know so that they can watch out for your donations to ensure all is well. 5 If you are a tax payer, paying sufficient tax, please consider Gift Aid. In which case please complete the Gift Aid form ensuring that it is dated on or before the date of your first payment. If you don’t need to post your standing order form to the parish, you can scan the Gift Aid form and send it to the parish, or alternatively, just hand it in when we are allowed to go back to Mass. God bless you, THANK YOU and keep safe.
Live streaming: How to get your church online Expand By Con McHugh Last updated 10th June 2020 The outbreak of coronavirus has seen a large increase in the number of churches that are now live streaming online. This has been achieved in many different ways with some clearly better results than others. It has provided a connection to the church for viewers to join Mass and other services online both locally and from far afield. However, for many churches, there is a lack of knowledge on how to livestream or the costs are prohibitive. “Even an absolute layman can produce his own live broadcasting. The only thing you need is an internet connection” This article is intended to provide basic information on what the available options and providers are. A pre-requisite is a good broadband connection in terms of speed and reliability, available where the streaming source will be. Getting this right enables use of internet in the church too. For live streaming an upload of at least 2 Mb/s is recommended. Audio is also a key factor. A feed from the church PA is ideal whether it is direct or derived. There are several options for live streaming. Each with advantages and disadvantages depending on what you require. This is an area that is rapidly changing with equipment, availability of streaming platforms and companies who provide dedicated services. There are at least three approaches to live stream online: Basic solution Easy and quick to start. Often a temporary installation. No upfront costs, quality not great but it lets you connect. It uses the camera and the microphone in your device (external microphone is sometimes used). Video/audio quality is often not great in a church but good in a smaller environment. Real time information on number of watchers. Stream from your mobile device (e.g. phone) using Facebook or other 3rd party such as YouTube/Zoom /Microsoft Teams. It’s free. Stream from web camera on laptop, desktop, Mac etc. to Facebook/YouTube/Zoom/Microsoft Teams. This solution has been very popular due to the coronavirus but once churches are open, the positioning/installation of the equipment may need to change. Hybrid solution Dedicated camera and audio, often a permanent installation. No phone or computer needed. The quality can be the same as the dedicated solution below. Real time information on number of watchers. Costs from a few hundred pounds to less than £2,000 for a high spec fixed camera. A Pan/Tilt/Zoom camera will be more. No yearly charge. Higher quality camera streaming direct to YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo Live, Dacast, your own Wowza, etc. Mevo Start Live Event Camera available from Amazon £399. Example using Mevo: St Marys Harborne Axis – P13 (Box) series or V59 (PTZ) series. These have the advantage that they can stream direct to YouTube with Camstreamer ($299) which can be downloaded to the camera. Typically P13 series (£700) to V5915 (£2,000). A value added with these cameras is that you can fit a memory card to use as a back up for your recordings. PTZOptics 30X Zoom £1,800 from Amazon. Will stream direct. See live streaming setup for small churches video. Example church streaming to YouTube using Axis cameras: Christ the king Coventry St Gregory the Great Stratford Recordings. These can be setup for YouTube. Remote access to camera is a good idea for remote support. This is possible with a dns provider such as noip/dyndns and some configuration on the device providing broadband. Video mixing. Use of 3rd party S/W to mix video as required. One of the best examples is Walsingham with livestream made available to Church services, YouTube, Facebook. Dedicated Solution for equipment and streaming service Providing that compatible equipment has been used for the hybrid solution it should be possible to use one of the following providers. The converse is also true in that you can change to a hybrid solution if you are not happy or indeed change provider below.Initial costs (£3k to £5k including first year streaming) dependant on type / number of camera’s. After the first year there will be yearly charge. The following is a list of known providers: MCN Media Church Media Church Services Please ensure you confirm what is included in price i.e. camera type (ideally make/model), how are recordings set up, how are viewer statistics provided, is there Facebook/YouTube integration, how do I get the app for TV sticks like Roku. Is there a user interface available to setup and modify site details. How do I turn the stream on/off. Any extra charges? What is the annual charge for ongoing streaming? Also consider references. How is support provided and what is the turnaround time for assistance including onsite if required. Who is your contact (ideally name/contact number)? Copyright issues with live streams All live YouTube broadcasts are scanned for matches to third-party content, including copyrighted music content. When third-party content is identified, a placeholder image may replace your live broadcast until the system no longer detects third-party content. Three copyright strikes and your channel will be taken down. More information is available on YouTube. It is worth continuing to research this as there is a lot of information out there. More information There is lot of information on YouTube - for example see Churchfront. Search the internet, there is a lot of information out there. Signage to consider using to alert visitors when live streaming: Newsletter Parish website (also show viewing area) Within Church – add visible signage Archdiocese Guidelines Read the Archdiocese live streaming guidelines before proceeding as these consider safeguarding and GDPR.Live streaming guidelines Once online CPAS Everybody Welcome Online resource.
Value Added Tax (VAT) Expand Value Added Tax, or VAT as it is commonly referred to, is paid on most items and services including those used within the maintenance and repair of parish buildings. There are some instances when particular works or specific buildings may be entitled to a different VAT rate than the current 20%. There is also the opportunity for listed churches to apply for a grant against the VAT cost of certain works. This guidance document seeks to outline when this might be the case and how to go about ensuring your parish can benefit. VAT relating to Building Works
Sunday 21 May 2023 Blessing of Hands Mass at St Chad's Cathedral Expand A special Mass was held at St Chad’s Cathedral on Sunday 21 May to celebrate the forthcoming Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes. People representing the various groups which are travelling to Lourdes attend the Blessing of Hands event to have their hands blessed for whatever ministry they may be involved in. Sunday’s Mass was celebrated by Bishop David Evans and Fr David Hartley, Chaplain of the Sick whilst in Lourdes, delivered the Homily. “Surely our Lourdes pilgrimage helps us to express all the pillars of our Diocesan Vision - Evangelisation, Formation, Liturgy and Worship and Social Outreach - and Young People - yes! This is biggest event in the life of our diocese and we’re all glad to be part of it- we live the life of the Church in a concentrated way- we will journey together and build each other up in love. “And that journeying together is how the Church works all the time even when we are not seeing it so clearly- it’s how Synodality needs to work- walking together- and all that goes with that- we’ll be driving together or even flying together, sharing rooms (sick pilgrims and helpers), helping and encouraging- walking together. “There will be lots of doing, but also time for sharing- reflecting, opening up. Make the most of the gaps- the times when even if you hardly know how to pray other people are praying with you and for you and carrying you along. Be aware of the prayers of Our Lady, and St Bernadette, and many pilgrims who have travelled to Lourdes before us.” Read Homily in full Mass Booklet Photo Gallery Lourdes Daily Schedule
Sunday 28 May 2023 Lourdes Pilgrimage Day 1 Expand Welcome to Lourdes Opening Mass – Sunday The beginning of the Lourdes pilgrimage happens at different stages: leaving home, the journey itself and arrival in the town of Lourdes and then the opening liturgy of our pilgrimage. Today, the Church celebrates the coming of the Holy Spirit on this great Solemnity of Pentecost. We bring to this Mass the intentions of our pilgrimage: all that we bring as individuals and all that we bring as pilgrims together from the Archdiocese of Birmingham and beyond. So much to pray for, so many people that we represent here. Joyfully, we come on pilgrimage to pray, to do penance and to seek God’s blessing on our life’s journey. In a special way this year, we take up the Lourdes theme ‘…to build a chapel here’. This week, launched as we are from Pentecost, we reflect on our place in the Church, the People of God. As we do so, we ask for the Holy Spirit’s ongoing guidance for Pope Francis and the Synod Process and for our Diocesan Plan and Vision. Let us keep as the focus of our prayer throughout this week, our sick pilgrims and all those who come to Lourdes at this time with any particular need. We also celebrate the presence among us of so many young pilgrims and we ask God’s blessing on them as a sign of joy and hope on our pilgrimage. Today's Mass was celebrated by Archbishop Bernard Longley, and the Homily was given by Bishop David Evans. "The disciples were filled with joy when they saw the Lord. Though Jesus had prepared the apostles for his resurrection at the same time as he had prepared them for his death, the apostles did not understand what he was talking about until they had become absolutely certain of his death and then could not doubt their eyes when they saw him standing before them, recognisably himself, in his glorious body." Read Homily in full After our Mass, there will be a first opportunity as a pilgrimage to walk through the Grotto, as our Diocesan Candle is placed alongside many other pilgrimage candles. It is always important to observe silence as we walk through the Grotto, a place of reflection and prayer. Photo Galleries Opening Mass Procession through the Grotto and lighting the Diocesan Candle
Monday 29 May 2023 Lourdes Pilgrimage Day 2 Expand Mary, Mother of the Church Monday – Grotto Mass The Grotto is a central focus of Lourdes. It commemorates the place where Our Blessed Lady appeared to Bernadette Soubirous and called her to pray and she said: Go and tell the priests to build a chapel here and that people should come in procession. Fulfilling the desire expressed by Our Lady to Bernadette, we have come in prayer to this Holy Place so associated with prayer and healing. By custom, we gather here for this Mass with other English-speaking pilgrims who are in Lourdes at this time, especially pilgrims from the Diocese of Middlesbrough and the Society of Our Lady of Lourdes. Today's Mass was celebrated by Bishop Terence Drainey, the Bishop of Middlesbrough. Throughout this Mass, think of the many prayer intentions you have brought from people at home, or those you wish to pray for and can tell, on your return, I remembered you at the Grotto this week. Photo Gallery Monday - Reconciliation Service This year, our Penitential Service takes place near to the beginning of our Pilgrimage Week. It is not easy for anybody to go to Confession, but in this act of God’s mercy, we know that we are not alone. The priests and bishops who are with us on pilgrimage (who also know what it is to go to Confession) are instruments of God’s mercy and wish to support you in coming before the Lord and leaving our burdens with the Lord, hearing the words ‘Through the ministry of the Church may God give you pardon and peace and I absolve you from your sins…’ If you can trust in God’s goodness, and want to get the most out of what this pilgrimage week offers, be confident and be encouraged to come to Confession and celebrate the mercy of God as it is offered to you. Do not be afraid….familiar words from the Bible. In this context, do not be afraid if it has been a long time since you last celebrated this Sacrament, last went to Confession. If that is the case, or if you don’t know where to start, please take the opportunity that is offered you this week, to come to Confession, and just be honest and say: It’s been a long time and I don’t know where to start… and the priest will guide you gently through the Sacrament, leading to forgiveness of your sins. Mgr Timothy Menezes, Dean of St Chad's Cathedral, led today's Service. In his Homily he remembered Bishop David McGough, a much-loved participant of the Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes who recently passed away. It would be strange if Bishop David McGough were too far from our thoughts this week on the Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage. Bishop David has been a part of this pilgrimage for many years and he has been a respected priest and bishop of our Archdiocese for over 50 years of ministry. A lot of people still remember Bishop David as their Parish Priest at Christ the King in Kingstanding in Birmingham and then for many years at Our Lady & All Saints in Stourbridge. Then as Episcopal Vicar and subsequently as Bishop with responsibility for the parishes of Staffordshire and the Black Country, it is quite possible that a good number of the young people on our pilgrimage were confirmed by Bishop David McGough. He died recently and he is missed this week. Read Homily in full During the Service many people took the opportunity to attend confession, and explore prayer stations developed by our young pilgrims. Photo Gallery Monday - Indoor Procession at the Rosary Basilica Due to inclement weather in Lourdes (rain, hail, thunder and lightning!) on Monday night, the Torchlight Procession was moved indoors to the Rosary Basilica. Although lit candles were not allowed it remained a very special occasion as hundreds and hundreds of pilgrims, from numerous countries, gathered in prayer to Our Lady. Young pilgrims from across our Diocesan schools played a key role in accompanying Mary as she was processed around the Basilica. Photo Gallery
Tuesday 30 May 2023 Lourdes Pilgrimage Day 3 Expand Tuesday – Mass celebrating the work of the Lourdes Hospitalite and young people on our Pilgrimage Those who give their time freely this week and at other times of the year, to care for those who are sick, whether here in Lourdes or in other places. This Mass takes place in what is often known as the Underground Basilica, where each afternoon, the Blessed Sacrament Procession reaches it conclusion, and where on Sundays and Wednesdays in Lourdes, the International Mass is celebrated. Its purpose is to facilitate large gatherings in a most accessible way. This modern building is adorned with images of the Saints. Our Diocesan pilgrimage has also nurtured many young lives and we pray for the work of the Kenelm Youth Trust, for our schools and chaplaincies who are with us on Pilgrimage this year and for all young people in the Church: that we may recognise the youthfulness of our calling and see in our young pilgrims a sign of hope for the Church’s present and future. We thank God for the many young people whose lives have been shaped by the experience of volunteering and caring for sick pilgrims here in Lourdes. This Mass was celebrated by Bishop Stephen Wright and Fr Jeremy Howard, Pilgrimage Director, delivered the Homily. A number of people were also presented with three, five and 10 year medals for their continued service on the Lourdes Pilgrimage. A very special presentation was made to Kevin and Jane Goodyear, here this year as pilgrims. The couple have worked tirelessly for the Archdiocese on previous pilgrimages. Today they were both awarded the Pope's Benemerenti medal, for their service to the Catholic Church. As the presentation was made by Archbishop Bernard Longley the congregation broke out with cheers and applause. Photo Gallery Tuesday - Holy Hour and Anointing of the Sick This special liturgy takes place in the Rosary Basilica, at the heart of the domain area of the Lourdes shrine. We adore Christ present in the Blessed Sacrament and we witness the healing power of Christ in the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick for those among us who seek the Lord’s presence at a time of illness or enduring sickness. As this year we focus on the instruction ‘to build a chapel here…’, we shall be very aware of being in a place of beauty, celebrating God’s abiding love for us in the Eucharist and witnessing God’s healing power in the lives of our brothers and sisters on pilgrimage with us. Let us recognise in this time of prayer the role of medical professionals and carers in all settings. In moments of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, we enter into the timelessness and beauty of God’s presence to ask for assistance for our earthly pilgrim journey. Today's Holy Hour was celebrated by Fr Craig Szmidt and Fr David Hartley, Chaplain of the Sick whilst in Lourdes, gave the Homily. 'What a joy to be in Lourdes - Our Lady has brought us here to bless us'. Read Homily in full Photo Gallery
Wednesday 31 May 2023 Lourdes Pilgrimage Day 4 Expand The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin May Wednesday – International Mass Thousands of people from across the world gathered for this morning's International Mass in the Underground Basilica. It was celebrated by Bishop Olivier de Germay, the Archbishop of Lyon. Many of our pilgrims attended with the First Reading, and a bidding prayer, given by Birmingham pilgrims. Archbishop Bernard, Bishop David, Bishop Steven and several of our clergy concelebrated. Photo Gallery Youth Vigil Tonight the Kenelm Youth Trust (KYT) hosted a Youth Vigil in the St Bernadette Chapel. Uplifting music and song, adoration and prayer, and time for discussion. Many of our young people attended as they continue to experience the Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes. As part of their time here they work shifts in the Accueil, looking after our older and sick pilgrims. Bishop Stephen Wright gave an introduction and Lucas, programme lead at KYT, discussed the importance of St Bernadette. She listened to Mary - she 'rose up' and went out and told people what she'd seen. Lucas invited the audience to 'rise up, go and build a church'. "Let's go and share our experiences of pilgrimage." Read in full Photo Gallery
Thursday 1 June 2023 Lourdes Pilgrimage Day 5 Expand Thursday morning - Low and High Stations This morning pilgrims had the opportunity to participate in Low or High Stations of the Cross, walking the Way of the Cross. Despite the heavy rain a good number of pilgrims took part in the High Stations. At each Station we paused for a reading and reflection. Today's High Stations were led by members of the Kenelm Youth Trust (KYT) and other pilgrims. Photos can be found on our Facepook page Thursday afternoon – Closing Mass Already, we have reached the conclusion of our pilgrimage and we reflect on all that we have experienced through the grace of God and with our fellow pilgrims this week. This Mass is a Votive Mass of Blessed Dominic Barberi (1792-1849), the Italian Passionist Priest who received John Henry Newman into Full Communion with the Catholic Church and heard his first confession as a Catholic. This year marks the 60th anniversary of his Beatification by Pope St Paul VI. Following the Canonisation of St John Henry Newman, there is now a focus in the Archdiocese of Birmingham on praying for the Canonisation of the priest who received Newman into the Church. We began our pilgrimage on the Solemnity of Pentecost and, as we prepare to return home, we look forward to the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, this weekend. As with any experience of ‘going away’ on pilgrimage or retreat, the returning home is as important: taking back to the ordinary routines of our life all that we have known here and transforming some of the situations that we might find challenging. It is quite normal that something of ourselves will remain here in Lourdes and something of Lourdes will return home with us. Thank God for his many blessings and for all that you have received on this pilgrimage. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit! Today's Closing Mass was celebrated by Bishop David Evans. The Homily was given by Archbishop Bernard Longley. After Mass the Diocesan Candle, which was blessed earlier in the week, was placed with all other candles in a dedicated area of the Sanctuary. Pupils from St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy were involved in the small ceremony. A candle from Cardinal Newman Catholic School was also lit. Homily Archbishop Bernard gave the homily: "It’s our last full day together in Lourdes - and although a part of us is looking forward to seeing our homes again, yet we also feel some sadness at the thought of leaving Lourdes and saying goodbye to one another for the time being. It has been a wonderful pilgrimage and as we take our leave of Lourdes we want to thank our Lady for the welcome we have received here and for all the friends, new and old, who have shared these precious days with us. "We have shared so many experiences during the last five days, storing up many memories - the things we will be able to recall over the coming years - just like the stories we have been telling each other since last Saturday, at mealtimes or over a coffee or as we have walked together to the sanctuary or back to our hotels." Read full homily Photo Gallery Thursday night - Marian Torchlight Procession Tonight the Archdiocese of Birmingham had the honour of jointly leading the Torchlight Procession with another diocese. Thousands of people from across the world had gathered at the Sanctuary to witness this very special event. A large number of pupils from across our schools were heavily involved - as flag bearers, as torchlight holders and carrying Mary on the procession. What a wonderful spiritual encounter for all as the pilgrimage draws to a close. Photo Gallery
ACN Volunteers needed in our Archdiocese Can you assist Aid to the Church in Need (ACN)? Expand Can you assist Aid to the Church in Need (ACN)? The charity needs help with: Sharing our mailings with your parish Including us regularly in parish prayers Fundraising to support projects Supporting our school projects Leading a parish Red Wednesday event Download, print and display in your Parish
Marriage Care are looking for new Trustees Marriage Care have three active volunteer centres in our Archdiocese - in Birmingham, Coventry and Oxford. Can you help? Expand Marriage Care are looking for new Trustees to strengthen their board and support the organisation’s continuing growth and development. Marriage Care are the largest faith-based relationship support charity in the UK providing marriage preparation, support, and low-cost relationship counselling to those in need. Our work makes a vital difference to couples, individuals, and families. ‘‘This has definitely saved our marriage. We had reached a point of dysfunction that we could not resolve without help. We now have the tools to try to avoid this in future and build on what we have achieved together with your help.’’ – counselling client. Trustees must be fully committed to Marriage Care’s Catholic ethos and values, to contributing time and energy for at least a three-year term, and to working together with a team of trustees to provide good governance and support for the charity’s staff and volunteers. If you have the passion and skills to be able to help Marriage Care continue its vital work and would like to be part of a dynamic organisation that moves quickly in response to changes and opportunities, please get in touch. More information and apply Read article in full
CAFOD is looking for new School Volunteers Looking for a new challenge? Could you visit schools in your local area to deliver assemblies and workshops about our work and encourage young people to take action, fundraise and pray with CAFOD? Expand Invitation from CAFOD (Catholic Agency for Overseas Development) Use your skills for the common good and be an active part of creating a world without poverty. No experience necessary. Full support, resources and regular training provided. For more information please contact Sylvester at CAFOD on 07919 045658 or via email [email protected] DOWNLOAD leaflet
Three positions at Shelter Birmingham Peer Mentor and 2x Team Leaders Expand Three positions at Shelter Birmingham Peer Mentor - application deadline, Sunday 19 May Team Leader (full time) - application deadline, Tuesday 7 May Team Leader (part time) - application deadline, Tuesday 7 May About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle daily with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. Above all we seek a transformation in housing policy, including investment in homes people on low incomes can afford – an investment that has been missing for decades and from all political parties, so that now the human cost has become intolerable. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. Peer Mentor Team Leader (full time) Team Leader (part time) Apply via the Shelter website
WorkCare West Midlands: Interim Lead Officer Opportunity at newly merged charity Expand WorkCare West Midlands: Interim Lead Officer WWM is a newly merged charity formed from Workcare Coventry & Warwickshire and Churches and Industry Group Birmingham & Solihull (CIGB). We are an ecumenical workplace chaplaincy charity committed to providing leadership for churches’ engagement within the economic life of Warwickshire and the West Midlands. The Interim Lead Officer will play a pivotal role in leading and developing the work of WWM, enhancing its capacity, sustainability, and reputation. This role encompasses establishing strong relationships with sponsors and supporters, nurturing existing chaplaincies, fostering organisational development, and facilitating the recruitment and training of workplace chaplains. More information and how to apply Closing Date: Friday 24 May
Do you have a passion for cooking and a heart for helping others? The Knights of Malta, in partnership with St. Catherine of Siena Church on Bristol Street, are looking to host regular (starting monthly) food cafés/banquets at the St Catherine of Siena church. Expand The Knights of Malta, in partnership with St. Catherine of Siena Church on Bristol Street, are looking to host regular (starting monthly) food cafés/banquets at the St Catherine of Siena church. They have a fully equipped industrial kitchen and a small team of dedicated volunteers, they really want to make a real difference in the lives of the homeless in Birmingham. They are currently looking for a talented chef/cook to join them in creating delicious dishes and spreading warmth and comfort through food. If you're interested in being a part of this wonderful initiative and want more details, reach out to Matt on Matt de Redman [email protected] Cooking up some kindness together!
Team Leader of the Black Country Urban Industrial Mission Expand The Black Country Urban Industrial Mission is looking to appoint a Team Leader who will work with the Executive Board to drive forward the ministry of BCUIM and to support and develop an ecumenical team of Workplace Chaplains. This is 0.5 Full Time Equivalent role equating to 21 hours. This role allows for hybrid working, locations to include the BCUIM office (currently Wolverhampton), and activities in the industrial environment in the area known as “The Black Country”. Salary is £17,418 p.a. (£34,837 FTE), plus allowances if appropriate. This role is a post to which an Occupational Requirement under paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010 applies, the requirement being that the post holder is a practising Christian. Download Job Description and Person Specification or please email: [email protected] For informal enquiries regarding this post please contact Simon Foster: [email protected] To apply please send a CV, covering letter addressing points in the person specification and the names and email addresses of two referees to: [email protected] Closing date: Wednesday 29 May, 5pm Interviews: Wednesday 12 June