Sarum College is looking for a personable and enthusiastic tutor to join its spiritual direction team. The successful candidate will teach on the Sarum Course in Spiritual Direction; contribute to the development of dynamic learning activities and associated resources; assess course work; offer tutorials, supervision and feedback; and assist with applicant interviews.
The position
This is a part-time post equivalent to 46 days (1 day = 7 hours) across a 12-month period. The position is offered on a fixed-term basis starting on Monday 1 September 2025 until 1 August 2026, with the possibility of extending into a permanent contract, subject to funding and programme staffing needs. Applicants should have experience of teaching adults and be trained and actively engaged in spiritual direction and supervision.
What Sarum offers
- a college community where each staff member is known and valued
- a vibrant community of learning, with an eclectic and interesting mix of people coming for study, short courses, conferences and B&B
- an Academic Faculty and administration team committed to working together, valuing each other’s different experience, perspective and expertise
- a student cohort of varied backgrounds and ages, each one bringing their own skills and vocational stories
- a unique setting within Salisbury Cathedral Close, with easy access to the city centre
- a salary commensurate with the sector, with non-contributory pension provision and a pro-rata entitlement to leave plus bank holidays
- free college lunches on campus working days
About Sarum College
The College’s location in Salisbury Cathedral Close means that Sarum’s community of learning is infused by a strong sense of history, and it is an attractive place to work.
Learning programmes include undergraduate and postgraduate ministerial formation for lay and ordained ministries validated by the University of Durham Common Awards programme; postgraduate (PGCert, PGDip, and MA) study in Christian Spirituality validated by the University of Winchester; spiritual direction courses and a lively and varied short course programme.
Sarum hosts national and international visitors who choose Sarum College conference or B&B stays. An eclectic and interesting mix of people gather in the building, including around meals, often sharing ideas and making new connections.
Formal education programmes at Sarum are delivered through residential, online and blended learning patterns, which combines online learning and tutoring through Zoom and residential teaching at College. The postgraduate Winchester programmes are blended with an intensive teaching week running for each module from a Mon-Thurs. Spiritual Direction has been offered in all three delivery patterns. Each mode offers flexibility through supportive communication, usually email and phone, and careful administration while sharing a common foundation of values, ethos and approach to learning.
Our staff team works closely together, and we are looking for a colleague who will lead and support the Spiritual Direction teams and students with care, dedication, rigour, and expertise. This is a varied and interesting role, being a representative of the College and working closely with colleagues.
If you are excited about this role, then we would be very pleased to receive your application.
Please note:
- Only candidates eligible to live and work in the UK should apply for the post and shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at the selection process.
- Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of satisfactory references, medical questionnaire, Confidential Declaration relating to safeguarding, and a satisfactory Basic DBS check through the Diocese of Salisbury. Once appointed the post holder will be required to complete Basic, Foundation and Leadership safeguarding training from the Church of England
- Appointment to the post is subject to a 6-month probationary period which may be extended.
How to apply
Read the job description/person specification
Applications for this role should comprise of:
- A completed application form
- An updated copy of your professional CV, including any publications or information not captured in the application form
Applications should be sent by email to Dr Pollyanna Magne, Director of Spiritual Direction at Sarum College: pmagne@sarum.ac.uk
For postal / hand delivered applications:
Dr Pollyanna Magne
Sarum College
19 The Close
Salisbury SP1 2EE
An informal conversation about the post can be arranged by contacting Dr Magne on the email above.
Timeline
Applications due by 12 noon on Monday, 26 May 2025
Shortlisting: 27 May 2025
Interviews: 12 June 2025
Start date: Monday, 1 September 2025
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