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WHY WORK WITH HEREFORD CATHEDRAL ALMSHOUSE CHARITY AND HEREFORD CATHEDRAL
With a history stretching back over 800 years, the Hereford Cathedral Almshouses Charity offers its residents a wonderful blend of historic architectural heritage with a true sense of community and belonging. The charity’s objective is “the relief of poverty through the provision of almshouse accommodation” and this has traditionally focussed on providing housing for people on lower incomes. Rooted in gospel values, its Christian ethos has ensured a unique pastoral presence and availability to residents, unlike secular housing provision. However, current trustees also recognise the need to address poverty in its less obvious manifestations such as are related to spiritual, mental and physical health, and see the role of a parish nurse as integral to achieving this. For the right person, there is a unique opportunity to integrate their nursing expertise with their faith, thereby adding a holistic dimension to the charity’s objective not previously contemplated in this way.
OUR VISION FOR THE PARISH NURSING SERVICE
While Herefordshire is a beautiful rural county, this charm hides some serious issues. National measures of poverty tend to focus on large cities, such that the specific challenges of rural or country town life—like high housing costs, transport, difficulty accessing community healthcare provision and social isolation — can often fall under the radar.
Poverty means more than lack of money although this often sits at the heart of other manifestations. Addressing matters of health and access to health and social services can, and should, be understood as another form of poverty alleviation which can have tangible benefits for the elderly, carers and young families on low incomes. Furthermore, poverty in psycho-spiritual care and dignity, particularly related to death and dying are significant issues in our rural setting.
Recognising the needs described above, the Hereford Cathedral Almshouses Charity has embarked on a strategy committed to alleviating such poverty. In an effort to provide groundbreaking pastoral, social and practical support for our communities, the trustees, in conjunction with the Chapter of Hereford Cathedral would like to appoint a Parish Nurse. This would initially be to support the residents of the Almshouses, with the intention, in due course, of expanding the service to those in the wider community, including potential collaboration with other local organisations.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
The Parish Nurse will play a vital role in helping to achieve holistic pastoral care by supporting and building relationships with the residents of the Almshouses in Hereford and Ledbury, and being appropriately available to support the community associated with Hereford Cathedral which has a growing number of elderly people and young families.
Responsible to the Dean of Hereford and linked with Parish Nursing Ministries UK (PNMUK), the Parish Nurse is to provide nursing support to recipients, regardless of their faith position. This support will integrate spiritual, physical, psychological, emotional and social health to the residents of our Almshouses in Hereford and Ledbury, and the wider cathedral community. Supported by the Steering Group, the Parish Nurse will be accountable to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), the Chapter of Hereford Cathedral, the Hereford Cathedral Almshouses Charity, and a spiritual supervisor who will be determined in due course.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Support Holistic Health
- Integrate faith and health through providing a holistic assessment of need
- Support individuals from the Almshouses and Cathedral community in dealing with health issues and concerns, through collaboratively planned health advice, support and spiritual care
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the care provision, adjusting the care plans as required
- Where appropriate, support risk assessments to ensure that health needs are being met
- Where appropriate, develop screening opportunities for residents in the Almshouses and cathedral community
- Where appropriate, attend local meetings with health and social care professionals to ensure continuity of care
- Ensure parish nursing activities and advice are evidence based and supported by current research
Health Education
- Provide and promote appropriate health education to individuals and groups, aiming to increase understanding of health concerns and to empower people to make positive choices to improve their health
- Focus on a variety of educational activities for all ages which can explore the relationship between values, attitudes, lifestyle, faith and health
- Develop opportunities for health education activities in the Almshouses and at community events
Health Advocacy
- Provide an advocacy role that supports people to access health services
- Initiate and support referrals to other health professionals as appropriate
Referrals
- Liaise with appropriate agencies and authorities in order to support the health needs of individuals
- Signpost to health, social care, faith organisations and voluntary sector services as appropriate, to access the most suitable resources for holistic care
Support Groups
- Develop appropriate support groups, following assessment of need of residents of the Almhouses and Cathedral community
- Support the Cathedral Pastor and Pastoral Visiting Team
Integration of Faith and Health
- Integrate faith and health in all activities and contacts, aiming to promote the understanding of the relationship between faith and health
- Pray with or for clients, if requested and appropriate or, if preferred, refer them to a faith group/leader of their choice
- Facilitate or assist with a service of, for example, Holy Communion in their home, as appropriate
Professional Management
- Promote safeguarding of children, young people and adults at risk in all parish nursing activities
- Attend Steering Group meetings and regular one to one meetings with line manager
- Work as an autonomous and lone practitioner, ensuring compliance with the policies and procedures of Hereford Cathedral Chapter, including those related to lone working
- Maintain accurate, systematic and timely record keeping of health interventions in keeping with NMC Record Keeping guidance, ensuring safe storage and disposal of documentation
- Maintain statistical information and data as required by the Almshouses charity, Hereford Cathedral Chapter and PNMUK
- Manage the resources of the parish nursing service, including any financial resources, in line with professional standards
- Participate in an Annual Development and Performance Review with line manager
- Ensure that the Confidentiality and Data Protection Policies of Hereford Cathedral Chapter and the NMC are stringently adhered to
- Maintain the Parish Nurse Accreditation Standards, annually reviewing these with the Regional Nurse Coordinator and line manager
- Record and take appropriate action if any accident or incident occurs involving a volunteer, client, staff member or visitor
Personal Development
- Be aware of, and always act in accordance with, the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and maintain NMC registration
- Work within the scope of professional knowledge and competence
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills, and undertake Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in accordance with the individual parish nurse, and organisational needs
- Ensure personal spiritual care needs are identified and met, and participate in regular spiritual supervision
- Attend PNMUK Community of Practice events for professional development, supervision and peer support
The above-mentioned tasks are a summary of the key responsibilities involved; however, the post holder may be asked to carry out other tasks as directed by the Almshouses Charity trustees/Parish Nurse Steering Group/other authority.
The Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9 part 1(1-3) applies to this post. The post is restricted to practicing Christians.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential qualities:
- Registered Nurse (Adult/Child/Mental Health/Learning Disability)
- Current Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration
- Evidence of post registration education and training
- Completion of the PNMUK Preparation for Parish Nursing Practice Course or willingness to undertake this (the next Preparation for Practice Course starts on 7 September with sessions on 8, 14 & 28 September and 5 & 12 October 2026)
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle fully insured for business use and service user transportation
- Confident user of Microsoft Office
Desirable qualities:
- Community Nursing/Specialist Practitioner Qualification
- Some theological or discipleship training or willingness to undertake this
Experience
Essential qualities:
- Significant post-registration experience of Community Nursing
- Have a love of God’s people and be comfortable and willing to pray with and for others when appropriate
Desirable qualities:
- Previous management experience
- Experience of teaching
- Experience in delivering health education
- Experience of working in the UK as a Registered Nurse
Skills and Knowledge
Essential qualities:
- High level of nursing expertise
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Decision making skills
- Good communication skills
- Competent IT skills
- Commitment to work within the NMC Code of Conduct
- Commitment to personal and spiritual development
- Regular safeguarding training
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance development and its implementations
- Knowledge of the purpose and value of professional supervision and support of staff
- Understanding of, and commitment to, equal opportunities
Other
Essential qualities:
- Regular member of a church of any Christian denomination
- Willingness to attend a cathedral service at least monthly
- Able to carry out the duties of the post with or without adaptations
HOW TO APPLY
For full details and how to apply, please visit the vacancies page of the Hereford Cathedral website. Fully completed application forms must be received before midday on the closing date of 30 April 2026.
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About Woman's Trust
The charity was established in 1996 to meet the gap in specialist mental health services. Woman’s Trust is led by and for women and aims to ensure that women affected by domestic abuse can live a life free from further harm and abuse. Our approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, empowering survivors on their journey to recovery from the trauma. We are committed to a positive, inclusive and equitable environment for our staff, service users and volunteers.
Alongside delivering our existing 1-1 counselling, self-development workshops and therapeutic support groups for women who have experienced domestic abuse, we are focused on developing our innovative mental health services for young women and girls, delivering new peer-led support groups and providing therapeutic groups to children and their mothers. We are also committed to developing further awarenessraising workshops and training for professionals, building on our research and policy to improve systems nationally.
About the role
As Counselling Manager, you will lead the delivery and development of Women’s Trust’s counselling services, ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed support for women affected by domestic abuse. You will manage a team of counsellors and volunteers, providing supervision, guidance, and professional development to maintain clinical standards and best practice.
You will work closely with the Head of Services to align counselling provision with organisational strategy, monitoring outcomes and impact to evidence the value of our work. You will build and maintain strong external partnerships, contribute to service development and innovation, and ensure compliance with safeguarding, ethical, and professional frameworks.
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week.
Contract: Permanent.
Location: Woman’s Trust premises.
For further information and to apply, please visit our website.
Please note, CVs and cover letters should be sent in Word format.
Closing date: 1st May 2026.
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.
This post is open to female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 100 pursuant to Schedule, 9 Part 1 applies. We particularly welcome applications from women from black and minoritised, and disability communities.
An enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role. Police vetting Clearance may also be required.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About Woman's Trust
The charity was established in 1996 to meet the gap in specialist mental health services. Woman’s Trust is led by and for women and aims to ensure that women affected by domestic abuse can live a life free from further harm and abuse. Our approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, empowering survivors on their journey to recovery from the trauma. We are committed to a positive, inclusive and equitable environment for our staff, service users and volunteers.
Alongside delivering our existing 1-1 counselling, self-development workshops and therapeutic support groups for women who have experienced domestic abuse, we are focused on developing our innovative mental health services for young women and girls, delivering new peer-led support groups and providing therapeutic groups to children and their mothers. We are also committed to developing further awarenessraising workshops and training for professionals, building on our research and policy to improve systems nationally.
About the role
As Counselling Coordinator, you will support the smooth and effective delivery of Woman’s Trust’s specialist counselling services for women affected by domestic abuse, with particular responsibility for supporting crisis and short-term therapeutic provision in East London.
You will coordinate referrals, assessments, caseload allocation, liaison with counsellors, and ensure accurate administrative and clinical record systems. You will maintain safeguarding processes, contribute to service development, and work collaboratively with the Counselling Manager, Head of Therapeutic Services, and external partners to ensure high-quality, trauma-informed, woman-centred support.
Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week.
Contract: Fixed-term contract.
Location: Woman’s Trust premises including co-location with statutory partners and community partnership locations.
For further information and to apply, please visit our website.
Please note, CVs and cover letters should be sent in Word format.
Closing date: 1st May 2026.
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.
This post is open to female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 100 pursuant to Schedule, 9 Part 1 applies. We particularly welcome applications from women from black and minoritised, and disability communities.
An enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role. Police vetting Clearance may also be required.