Bishop''s Chaplain in the Diocese of Exeter

Key aspects of the role include: - Supporting the Bishop in his diocesan, civic and national responsibilities. - Assisting the Bishop with administrative, pastoral and practical tasks across the Diocese. - Analysing, reflecting upon and briefing the Bishop on the theological, policy and procedural implications of a wide range of issues facing the Church and wider society. - Managing specific issues and projects on behalf of the Bishop. - Supporting the Bishop in his statutory roles and obligations. - Contributing to the overall vision and strategy of the diocese by participating in Bishop''s Staff meetings and the Bishop''s Strategy Group, serving as a trusted advisor to the Bishop and other senior staff. - Leading the Bishop''s Office Team, overseeing the overall operational plan for the office and line managing the Bishop''s Administrator and Hospitality Co-ordinator (one role). The Chaplain will be a key member of the Bishop''s Personal Staff which includes the Bishop''s PA, the Bishop''s Administrator and Hospitality Co-ordinator, the Palace Gardener and a part-time Driver. The Bishop''s Office is located in the Gatehouse to the Bishop''s Palace in central Exeter. The Bishop''s Administrator and Hospitality Co-ordinator provides administrative support to the Chaplain.The role demands a time commitment comparable to that if a parish priest. Generally, the Bishop''s Chaplain will be expected to participate in morning and evening worship and maintain regular office hours ..... full job details .....