Post: Head of Caritas
Organisation: Caritas Plymouth
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract type: Permanent, full time
Salary: £45,000-£50,000 p.a. dependent on experience
Location: St Boniface House, Ashburton, Devon, with travel throughout Diocese
Closing Date: 27 April 2025
The Diocese wishes to appoint a Head of Caritas following the retirement of the current potholder.
Background and Purpose of the Role
The Head of Caritas Plymouth will play a pivotal role in advancing the Church’s ‘ministry of charity’ by leading social action initiatives that align with the Bishop’s vision. The role involves iplenetting strategic priorities in response to the evolving needs of the community, especially for people in vulnerable situations in our locall communities including children, those who are older, people who are homeless or those seeking asylum or refuge. This is a hands-on role and the person must have a delivery-focused attitude.
The role includes acting as the diocesan environmental lead, guiding ethical investment and advancing the Diocese’s carbon reduction goals.
Person Specification and Essential Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills – capable of building trust and credibility
- Hands-on line management experience
- Organisational development
- Project mangagement
- Expertise in Catholic faith, social action initiatives and Catholic Social Teaching
- Proven charity management
- A mature Christian faith – and a proven commitment to social justice
Application
There is a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) that the holder of this post is a committed Christian. The appointee will be subject to an enhance clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
For a confidential discussion about the role please contact Deborah Fisher on 01364 645421.
For a full job description and application form please contact recruitment@prcdtr.org.uk. To apply, please send a completed application form to recruitment@prcdtr.org.uk by the end of the day on Sunday 27 April 2025. Interiews will be held on Wednesday 7 May at St Boniface House, Ashburton.