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Current vacancies

Chaplaincy
Archdiocese

Lay Chaplain (Hospitals)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lay Chaplain within Mersey and West Lancashire NHS Trust (MWL). The post is based at Whiston Hospital but there will be a regular requirement to visit St Helens Hospital and Newton Hospital, with the occasional need to visit Southport and Ormskirk Hospital which forms part of MWL.

To thrive in this role you should be able to demonstrate:

  • That you have been nominated by the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Liverpool.
  • Registration or ability to be able to register as a chaplain with CPCPC.
  • A commitment to professional and spiritual growth by maintaining up to date skills and knowledge with evidence of learning.
  • A good standing within the catholic faith community.
  • Experience of collaborative working in a catholic context.
  • Experience of managing and motivating others individually and in a team.
  • Sensitive and sympathetic listening skills, discretion regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Emotional resiliance.

Within this role you will be expected to:

  • Provide religious and spiritual support on a personal basis to patients, ensuring a high level of service in relation to; prayer, pastoral counselling whilst supporting the dying and their relatives.
  • Respond to phone calls from staff, family, patients, volunteers and priests.
  • Ensure that referrals of patients received and any aftercare work is dealt with and followed up.
  • Ensure wards are systematically visited on a regular basis to improve the effectiveness of the chaplaincy service.
  • Be willing to act as an advocate for patients.
  • Travel independently between sites within the NHS trust when required

Closing date:

October 23, 2026

Interview dates

Parish
Archdiocese

Parish Cleaner at St Joseph, Wrightington

An opportunity is available for an experienced Cleaner to work within the offices and presbytery of Reverend Monsignor Philip Gregory at St Josephs Church, Crow Orchard Road, Wrightington, WN6 9PA. The successful candidate will be required to work closely with Father Philip and other members of the team.

This is a permanent part-time position, working 12 hours per week, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 9:30am - 13:30pm.

The salary is £8,392.80 per annum.

5 weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata), a pension scheme and other benefits are available.

About the Role

To provide an efficient and comprehensive cleaning service to residents in the site cottage whilst ensuring a pleasant, safe and welcoming environment to all those who visit.

We are seeking a candidate who:

  • Understands appropriate cleaning methods and materials for different surfaces and fabrics.
  • Reliable, flexible, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Display discretion, confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
  • Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills.

Closing date:

October 18, 2026

Interview dates

At present, we have no career vacancies. Please check back in the future for updates.

Schools

Deputy Headteacher at SS Mary and John Catholic Primary School, Wigan

THIS IS AN EXTERNAL VACANCY. PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY VIA THE SCHOOL

Due to the retirement of the present post holder. The governors of St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School wish to invite applications from practising Catholics with successful senior leadership and management experience for the post of Deputy Head to join the School’s Leadership and Management team at this well- established, successful and happy school.

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Closing date:

October 13, 2026

Interview dates

Schools

Teacher of Religious Studies (Maternity Cover) at St Mary's Catholic High School, Leyland

THIS IS AN EXTERNAL VACANCY. PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY WITH THE SCHOOL.

The school are seeking a passionate and dedicated RS Teacher to join the team and inspire pupils to develop a deeper understanding of religion, ethics, philosophy and the diverse world around them. The successful candidate will be committed to delivering engaging and thought-provoking lessons, fostering a positive learning environment and supporting all pupils to achieve their full potential.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious team where your enthusiasm, expertise and commitment to excellent teaching will be valued and encouraged. The post is open to professionals at all stages in their career.

Closing date:

October 12, 2026

Interview dates

October 20, 2026

Schools

Deputy Headteacher at St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School, Knowsley

THIS IS AN EXTERNAL VACANCY.  PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY WITH THE SCHOOL.

The Governing Body of St. Michael & All Angels Catholic Primary School wish to invite applications from outstanding and inspirational practising Catholic teachers, with proven leadership and management skills, to play a pivotal role as Deputy Headteacher in our wonderful school. This is an exciting challenge for someone who can show commitment to maintaining and developing our Catholic ethos and work closely with our newly appointed Headteacher to drive school improvement.

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Closing date:

October 12, 2026

Interview dates

Education
Schools

Deputy Headteacher, St Luke's Catholic Primary School, Knowsley

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly with the school.

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The Governing Body of St. Luke’s Catholic Primary School wish to invite applications from outstanding and inspirational practising Catholic teachers, with proven leadership and management skills, to play a pivotal role as Deputy Headteacher in our wonderful school. This is an exciting challenge for someone who can show commitment to maintaining and developing our Catholic ethos and work closely with our Headteacher to drive school improvement.  

‍

Closing date:

October 12, 2026

Interview dates

At present, we have no career vacancies. Please check back in the future for updates.

Chaplaincy
Archdiocese

Lay Chaplain (Hospitals)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lay Chaplain within Mersey and West Lancashire NHS Trust (MWL). The post is based at Whiston Hospital but there will be a regular requirement to visit St Helens Hospital and Newton Hospital, with the occasional need to visit Southport and Ormskirk Hospital which forms part of MWL.

To thrive in this role you should be able to demonstrate:

  • That you have been nominated by the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Liverpool.
  • Registration or ability to be able to register as a chaplain with CPCPC.
  • A commitment to professional and spiritual growth by maintaining up to date skills and knowledge with evidence of learning.
  • A good standing within the catholic faith community.
  • Experience of collaborative working in a catholic context.
  • Experience of managing and motivating others individually and in a team.
  • Sensitive and sympathetic listening skills, discretion regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Emotional resiliance.

Within this role you will be expected to:

  • Provide religious and spiritual support on a personal basis to patients, ensuring a high level of service in relation to; prayer, pastoral counselling whilst supporting the dying and their relatives.
  • Respond to phone calls from staff, family, patients, volunteers and priests.
  • Ensure that referrals of patients received and any aftercare work is dealt with and followed up.
  • Ensure wards are systematically visited on a regular basis to improve the effectiveness of the chaplaincy service.
  • Be willing to act as an advocate for patients.
  • Travel independently between sites within the NHS trust when required

Closing date:

October 23, 2026

Interview dates

Schools

Deputy Headteacher at SS Mary and John Catholic Primary School, Wigan

THIS IS AN EXTERNAL VACANCY. PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY VIA THE SCHOOL

Due to the retirement of the present post holder. The governors of St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School wish to invite applications from practising Catholics with successful senior leadership and management experience for the post of Deputy Head to join the School’s Leadership and Management team at this well- established, successful and happy school.

‍

Closing date:

October 13, 2026

Interview dates

Schools

Teacher of Religious Studies (Maternity Cover) at St Mary's Catholic High School, Leyland

THIS IS AN EXTERNAL VACANCY. PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY WITH THE SCHOOL.

The school are seeking a passionate and dedicated RS Teacher to join the team and inspire pupils to develop a deeper understanding of religion, ethics, philosophy and the diverse world around them. The successful candidate will be committed to delivering engaging and thought-provoking lessons, fostering a positive learning environment and supporting all pupils to achieve their full potential.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious team where your enthusiasm, expertise and commitment to excellent teaching will be valued and encouraged. The post is open to professionals at all stages in their career.

Closing date:

October 12, 2026

Interview dates

October 20, 2026

Schools

Deputy Headteacher at St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School, Knowsley

THIS IS AN EXTERNAL VACANCY.  PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY WITH THE SCHOOL.

The Governing Body of St. Michael & All Angels Catholic Primary School wish to invite applications from outstanding and inspirational practising Catholic teachers, with proven leadership and management skills, to play a pivotal role as Deputy Headteacher in our wonderful school. This is an exciting challenge for someone who can show commitment to maintaining and developing our Catholic ethos and work closely with our newly appointed Headteacher to drive school improvement.

‍

Closing date:

October 12, 2026

Interview dates

Parish
Archdiocese

Parish Cleaner at St Joseph, Wrightington

An opportunity is available for an experienced Cleaner to work within the offices and presbytery of Reverend Monsignor Philip Gregory at St Josephs Church, Crow Orchard Road, Wrightington, WN6 9PA. The successful candidate will be required to work closely with Father Philip and other members of the team.

This is a permanent part-time position, working 12 hours per week, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 9:30am - 13:30pm.

The salary is £8,392.80 per annum.

5 weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata), a pension scheme and other benefits are available.

About the Role

To provide an efficient and comprehensive cleaning service to residents in the site cottage whilst ensuring a pleasant, safe and welcoming environment to all those who visit.

We are seeking a candidate who:

  • Understands appropriate cleaning methods and materials for different surfaces and fabrics.
  • Reliable, flexible, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Display discretion, confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
  • Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills.

Closing date:

October 18, 2026

Interview dates

Education
Schools

Deputy Headteacher, St Luke's Catholic Primary School, Knowsley

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly with the school.

‍

The Governing Body of St. Luke’s Catholic Primary School wish to invite applications from outstanding and inspirational practising Catholic teachers, with proven leadership and management skills, to play a pivotal role as Deputy Headteacher in our wonderful school. This is an exciting challenge for someone who can show commitment to maintaining and developing our Catholic ethos and work closely with our Headteacher to drive school improvement.  

‍

Closing date:

October 12, 2026

Interview dates

Information for potential applicants

Resources for potential applicants to learn about employment in the Archdiocese of Liverpool.

Contact us

If you need more information or have questions, please contact the department directly.

Why work here?

It is an exciting time to be joining the archdiocese as we are go through a period of change and implement our pastoral plan. Everyone who works here is involved in the meaningful work of our mission, sharing the good news of Jesus.

Our pay and benefits

The archdiocese matches employee contributions up to 6% of their pensionable salary and give generous annual leave allowance. Other benefits include a pension salary sacrifice scheme, death in service scheme (subject to criteria), discounted gym memberships and access to a 24/7 counselling scheme.

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