Dean of Male Students

Capernwray is an international interdenominational, Christian Bible School and Holiday Centre located in a beautiful setting near Carnforth in Lancashire. 

The international perspective of Capernwray is evidenced by the large numbers of overseas staff, guests and students. Capernwray accommodates up to 160 students or 200 guests. Capernwray has gained an international reputation as a centre for full-time study and holidays aimed at enabling people to experience the life-changing work of Jesus Christ. The Bible School courses (Level 3, NCFE-accredited) provide practical biblical instruction, equipping men and women to serve the Lord’s purposes wherever they may be.

We are looking for a Dean of Male Students to ensure that the pastoral needs of the male students of the Bible School are seen, understood, and, where appropriate and possible, met, through lived example, intentional relationships and biblical teaching. A range of other duties and responsibilities make this role integral to the smooth running of the Bible School and the enhancement of the student experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and lead the pastoral care of male students, including as necessary handling safeguarding, health and welfare issues.

• Oversee the disciplinary procedures for the student body.

• Oversee the students’ Small Group Bible Study programme, including training and monitoring.

• Deliver at least four lecture series across Winter and Spring Bible Schools and contribute more widely to the Bible School teaching programme, including marking student assignments.

• Ensure the delivery of the Bible School social programme, leading a team including Ministry Assistants and student representatives, and liaison with the Sports Department

• Coordinate Prayer Days, Travel Weekends and arrangements for the start and end of terms.

• Deputise for the Bible School Principal as required.

• Play a significant role in the planning and delivery of the SaLT (Service & Leadership Training) programme.

• Play a significant role in Capernwray’s Holiday and Conference programme.

Essential Skills:

• Mature, committed and baptised Christian believer in active and regular fellowship in a local church, able to affirm Capernwray’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Values, Principles and Practices and Policy Statements, willing to work within their

  parameters.

• Proven experience and ability in Christian leadership, Bible teaching and pastoral work.

• Proven ability to work cooperatively, harmoniously and flexibly as part of a team.

• Evidence of appropriate theological education.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge and experience of Torchbearer Bible Schools.

• Ability to speak a language additional to English.

• Qualification and experience in teaching ESOL.

• Ability to lead sung worship.

• Experience in working with and supervising volunteers.

• Experience with Google software.

• Experience of working in Christian residential ministry.