Priest for the Hindu Temple

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Priest to serve at our Hindu Temple. The successful candidate will play a vital role in conducting religious ceremonies, guiding community members, and fostering spiritual growth. This position offers an opportunity to serve the community while sharing and preserving cultural traditions through leadership and mentorship. Duties

• Perform daily prayers, rituals, and special ceremonies in accordance with Hindu traditions
• Lead religious services and educational programmes for community members of all ages
• Provide spiritual guidance and counselling to individuals seeking support or advice
• Organise community events, festivals, and outreach programmes to promote cultural awareness
• Mentor and support volunteers and younger members of the congregation
• Assist with fundraising activities to support temple initiatives and community projects
• Work collaboratively with other religious leaders and community organisations to strengthen communal bonds
• Offer hospice care support as needed, providing comfort and spiritual assistance to those in need
• Ensure Temple is opened on time.
• Ensuring that the shrines are ready for worshippers/ visitors to the Temple. Treat all visitors and devotees equally with politeness and humility.
• Lighting of the lamps both in the morning and evening.
• Performing aarti in the morning and evening.
• Full lunch bhog to be offered at 11:00am. This will only be cooked in the Kitchen allocated to the Priest.
• Curtains to the shrines should be drawn at the closing time of the Temple.
• Priest is also responsible for offering Prasad brought by devotees to Gods and then redistributing them to devotees.
• Priest is also responsible for performing puja or vidhis as requested by devotees in the Temple, and should never demand dakshina for these services.
• Deities clothes (“vagaa”) should be changed once a week
• Cleanliness should be maintained in the shrines at all times.
• Abhishek should be performed on Shiv- lingam every morning. Some deities i.e.Naag devta will require extra cleaninG..
• Priest will need to be well versed in chanting Vedic mantras and singing of “aarti” & “thaal” for “bhog”.
• Will deliver presentation and conduct Q & A sessions to schools or groups visiting the Temple.
• Will answer telephone queries from visitors/ devotees.
• Will also undertake responsibility of issuing receipts for any donations (either monetary or other gifts) received.
• Will also undertake responsibility of issuing relevant booking forms to devotees.

Requirements

• Proven experience in teaching Hindu religious practices and philosophies
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide others
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with diverse audiences
• Experience working with children, including educational or mentoring roles within a community setting
• Compassionate nature with a genuine desire to serve the community’s spiritual needs
• Ability to organise events, manage multiple responsibilities, and work collaboratively within a team
• Prior experience in hospice care or providing emotional support is desirable but not essential
• Skills in fundraising to help sustain temple activities and community outreach efforts

This role offers an enriching opportunity for individuals committed to fostering spiritual growth, cultural preservation, and community service within a vibrant Hindu congregation.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: £24,420.00-£26,000.00 per yearBenefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking
• UK visa sponsorship

Work Location: In person