CHAPLAIN OF HM CHAPEL ROYAL AT HAMPTON COURT PALACE
East Molesey, England, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 2 weeks ago
About The Role And About You
A rare opportunity to lead a historic place of worship serving a regular congregation and a global visiting public.
Situated in the heart of Hampton Court Palace, the Chapel Royal has stood at the heart of royal devotion for more than five hundred years. Its walls have witnessed the passing of history and the continuity of worship that endures to this day. Today, the Chapel Royal remains a working chapel: shaped by the language of the Book of Common Prayer, rooted in tradition, and open to all. Within the life of a busy palace, it offers a space for reflection and encounter — where heritage and faith are lived, not simply preserved.
At an exciting time of development, including plans for a girls’ choir, we seek a Chaplain with the vision to help shape the Chapel’s future ministry in a way that builds on this rich legacy.
This is a role of both stewardship and renewal, with significant opportunity for the new Chaplain to shape a ministry in partnership with the Chaplain team and wider Historic Royal Palaces. For more information, and for an informal conversation to assist your discernment, please visit our recruitment partners website by clicking the 'apply for this job' button below.
Please see the attached job profile and person specification for more details.
Benefits Include
Historic Royal Palaces is an equal opportunities employer and truly values a diverse workforce. Applications are welcome from candidates regardless of their background.
Closing date: 19th June 2026 5pm
Interviews: Thursday 16th July 2026
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For more information, and for an informal conversation to assist your discernment, please contact either Matt Malone or Clare Davies on matt.malone@gatenbysanderson or clare.davies@gatenbysanderson.com
A rare opportunity to lead a historic place of worship serving a regular congregation and a global visiting public.
Situated in the heart of Hampton Court Palace, the Chapel Royal has stood at the heart of royal devotion for more than five hundred years. Its walls have witnessed the passing of history and the continuity of worship that endures to this day. Today, the Chapel Royal remains a working chapel: shaped by the language of the Book of Common Prayer, rooted in tradition, and open to all. Within the life of a busy palace, it offers a space for reflection and encounter — where heritage and faith are lived, not simply preserved.
At an exciting time of development, including plans for a girls’ choir, we seek a Chaplain with the vision to help shape the Chapel’s future ministry in a way that builds on this rich legacy.
This is a role of both stewardship and renewal, with significant opportunity for the new Chaplain to shape a ministry in partnership with the Chaplain team and wider Historic Royal Palaces. For more information, and for an informal conversation to assist your discernment, please visit our recruitment partners website by clicking the 'apply for this job' button below.
Please see the attached job profile and person specification for more details.
Benefits Include
- Generous Employers Pension Contributions
- Annual Pay reviews & Bonuses
- Critical Illness Cover & Life Assurance
- Family friendly policies and benefits
- Staff discounts and membership to all palaces
Historic Royal Palaces is an equal opportunities employer and truly values a diverse workforce. Applications are welcome from candidates regardless of their background.
Closing date: 19th June 2026 5pm
Interviews: Thursday 16th July 2026
Apply for this job
To find out more, please click on 'Apply': Job - GatenbySanderson
For more information, and for an informal conversation to assist your discernment, please contact either Matt Malone or Clare Davies on matt.malone@gatenbysanderson or clare.davies@gatenbysanderson.com
