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Chaplaincy Skills for Schools: Information Evening

Chaplaincy Skills for Schools: Information Evening

Discover the course. Meet the tutors. Explore the vision.
Could you be part of a growing movement to see a chaplain in every secondary school?

Join us for this online Information Evening and discover more about Chaplaincy Skills for Schools, Waverley Abbey College’s new training programme designed to equip people to offer a confident, compassionate Christian presence within school communities.During the evening, you’ll get a clear picture of the course and what studying with us will really look like. You’ll hear from and meet members of the teaching team, explore the course content and practicalities, and have the opportunity to ask your questions.

We’ll also share the wider vision behind Chaplaincy in Schools: why we believe chaplaincy has an increasingly important role to play in supporting young people, staff and school communities, and why we are pioneering a vision to see a chaplain in every secondary school.

This Information Evening is for those considering the course, those preparing to apply, and students already enrolled. Wherever you are in the journey, it’s an opportunity to understand the course more fully, meet the team and get ready for what’s ahead.

During the evening, you’ll discover:

  • What you’ll learn on the Chaplaincy Skills for Schools course
  • How the course is structured and what will be expected of you
  • Who the course is for and where the training could lead
  • More about the tutors who will be teaching and supporting you
  • The vision behind the growing Chaplaincy in Schools movement
  • How to apply and take your next step

Whether you’re already serving in a school, exploring chaplaincy for the first time, or wondering whether God might be calling you to this work, this evening is an opportunity to explore the course, meet the people behind it and decide whether it could be your next step.

Reserve your free place

Spaces are free, but registration is required.

If you can’t make it, still sign up, and we will send you the recording.

FREE WEBINAR A Christian presence in schools: Exploring how you can make a difference

FREE WEBINAR A Christian presence in schools: Exploring how you can make a difference

Young people today are facing unprecedented challenges from anxiety to loneliness and a growing sense of disconnection. It is easy to recognise the need but harder to know how to consistently make a meaningful difference.

Chaplaincy in schools offers a unique opportunity to be a compassionate, trusted and incarnational presence within a school. This free webinar will help you explore:

  • How school chaplaincy can make a difference
  • The impact of chaplaincy within school communities
  • If school chaplaincy could be right for you
  • Practical next steps to explore this ministry further, including an overview of our new Chaplaincy Skills for Schools course.

Join chaplaincy educator and author Nigel Roberts, together with the team from Waverley Abbey College, for an inspiring introduction to school chaplaincy skills training. Together, we will explore why this training is becoming increasingly important and discover more about the practical pathways available if you are sensing God may be inviting you into this work, whether you are exploring a new ministry, volunteering in your local community, or simply curious about the role of chaplaincy in education.

Reserve your free place

Spaces are free, but registration is required.

If you can’t make it, still sign up, and we will send you the recording.

Nigel Roberts brings nearly four decades of experience in youth work, education and chaplaincy. From 1985 to 2023, he worked with Youth for Christ at both local and national levels, including more than 20 years serving as a chaplain in a state secondary school.

He has also worked with St Peter’s Saltley Trust as a Chaplaincy Ambassador for further education colleges across the West Midlands, serving as locum chaplain in a number of colleges, and spent five years volunteering as a primary school chaplain. Today, Nigel provides spiritual direction for school chaplains across the country.

Nigel is the author of several Grove Books, The Good Chaplain, the Explore the Christian Faith series for schools with HTB, and a citizenship textbook for Christians working in schools. He is also Director of Red River Theatre Company.

Nigel is married, with children and grandchildren.

FREE WEBINAR: Transforming communities. Impacting lives.

FREE WEBINAR: Transforming communities. Impacting lives.

Discover how community chaplaincy is bringing hope, building relationships and creating lasting Kingdom impact.

Join us for an engaging and inspiring conversation with two experienced community chaplains, as we explore how God is at work transforming communities and impacting lives across the UK.

Community chaplaincy offers a powerful expression of Christian presence. By showing up, listening well, building relationships and walking alongside people in everyday life, chaplains are creating opportunities for transformation where it is needed most.

Whether you’re involved in church leadership, ministry, chaplaincy, community outreach or simply passionate about seeing your community flourish, this webinar will encourage and inspire you to think differently about mission, discipleship and Kingdom impact.

What you'll discover:

  • What community chaplaincy looks like in practice
  • How relational ministry is creating meaningful impact in local communities
  • Why presence is often the starting point for transformation
  • The opportunities and challenges of serving beyond the walls of the church
  • How churches and individuals can engage more deeply with their communities
  • Stories of hope, connection and lives being changed

Meet the speakers

Susanna Hoar

Susanna works at the heart of community engagement in Guildford, supporting volunteer chaplains and helping create safe, welcoming spaces where people can find support, connection and belonging. Through her work with both Guildford Town Centre Chaplaincy and Community Angels, she has seen first-hand the impact that a ministry of presence can have on individuals and communities.

Steve Whitington

Steve co-founded All Saints Community Chaplaincy in Eastbourne, helping develop a fresh model of relational chaplaincy rooted in presence, accompaniment and community engagement. Passionate about seeing faith lived out beyond church walls, Steve brings practical insight into how chaplaincy can build trust, strengthen communities and create new opportunities for mission. He also tutors with Waverley Abbey College, equipping Christians to lead with wisdom, compassion and Kingdom purpose.

Why attend?

Most people don’t set out to become chaplains

It usually begins with an unexpected but surprisingly meaningful encounter in your local neighbourhood, with someone who is interested in faith but not connected to a church.

This webinar is an opportunity to hear real stories, learn from experienced practitioners, and discover how God is using community chaplaincy to transform communities and impact lives.

Reserve your free place today

Be inspired. Be equipped. Be part of what God is doing across our nation to bring hope, healing and transformation to local communities.

if you can’t attend, still sign up, and we will send you the recording after the day. 

FREE WEBINAR: What to expect from counselling training

FREE WEBINAR: What to expect from counselling training

A free live webinar for anyone considering training as a counsellor.

Thinking about counselling training, but unsure what it involves?

Whether you’re exploring a career change, feeling drawn towards helping others, or simply wondering if counselling is the right path for you, this webinar will give you a realistic and encouraging introduction to the journey ahead.

Join Waverley Abbey College for an honest conversation about what counselling training is really like — academically, professionally and personally.

  • What counselling really is, and what it isn't
  • The key components of counselling training
  • The personal and emotional demands of becoming a counsellor
  • The ethical and professional expectations of training
  • How placements work and what to expect
  • Where counselling training can lead professionally
  • How to reflect on whether now is the right time to begin

You'll also hear how our students grow through training and the kinds of settings graduates go on to work in after qualifying.

This webinar is ideal for you if:

  • You're considering counselling training for the first time
  • You're exploring a future career in counselling or psychotherapy
  • You want a clearer understanding of what training involves
  • You're unsure whether you're ready to begin
  • You'd like honest guidance before committing to a course

Choosing counselling training is a significant personal and professional step. This session is designed to help you make an informed and thoughtful decision with greater confidence and clarity.

At Waverley Abbey College, we believe counselling training is not only about gaining knowledge and skills — it’s about personal formation, self-awareness and learning how to support others with wisdom, integrity and compassion.

Reserve your free place

Spaces are free, but registration is required.

If you can’t make it, still sign up, and we will send you the recording.

FREE WEBINAR: The Wellbeing Zone: For Trauma‑Informed Faith Practice

FREE WEBINAR: The Wellbeing Zone: For Trauma‑Informed Faith Practice

An Interactive Webinar with Sarah Armitage

How do we support people well in a hurting world?

More and more people are carrying hidden pain, anxiety, overwhelm, trauma, emotional exhaustion, grief and distress.

And for those serving in counselling, chaplaincy, pastoral care, ministry or church leadership, the question is becoming increasingly important:

How do we respond with wisdom, compassion and care, without causing harm or becoming overwhelmed ourselves?

This interactive webinar will help you develop practical, trauma-informed tools to support wellbeing in yourself and others, grounded in faith, presence and compassionate practice.

Discover a more grounded, compassionate approach to care

Join Sarah Armitage — former Waverley Abbey College student, tutor and author of The Wellbeing Zone — for a practical and hope-filled session designed to equip Christians in helping roles.

You’ll explore simple, accessible frameworks that can be used in:

  • Counselling and chaplaincy
  • Pastoral conversations
  • Small groups and ministry settings
  • Everyday moments of care and support

This is about helping people feel safer, calmer and more supported — while also caring for your own wellbeing in the process.

What you’ll explore

  • Understanding wellbeing. Why wellbeing matters and how trauma impacts emotional and spiritual life.
  • The Wellbeing Zone. A practical framework for trauma-informed faith practice.
  • The PEACE & PRAY models. Simple, versatile tools offering grounding and faith-rooted responses to distress.
  • Real-life application. How these approaches can be used in ministry, pastoral care, chaplaincy and everyday conversations.
  • Supporting others without losing yourself. Building healthier, more sustainable rhythms of care.

Who is this webinar is for?

This session is ideal for anyone serving in a helping or caring role, including:

  • Counsellors and counsellors-in-training
  • Chaplains and pastoral carers
  • Church leaders and ministry teams
  • Small group leaders and volunteers
  • Christians wanting to support others with greater confidence and sensitivity

If you want to care for people in ways that are both faith-filled and trauma-informed, this webinar is for you.

Meet Sarah Armitage

Sarah Armitage is a former student and tutor at Waverley Abbey College and the author of The Wellbeing Zone.

Passionate about emotional wellbeing and trauma-informed practice within faith communities, Sarah equips Christians with practical, accessible tools that help people feel safe, supported and seen.

Her work combines compassion, theological reflection and real-world application — helping churches and professionals respond wisely to emotional distress.

Why attend?

At Waverley Abbey College, we believe effective care requires more than good intentions — it requires wisdom, formation, and practical understanding.

This webinar offers a glimpse into the kind of thoughtful, reflective and person-centred approach that shapes our counselling and chaplaincy training.

You’ll leave with practical tools, fresh insight and greater confidence to support wellbeing in everyday ministry and care.

Reserve your free place

If you want to support people with greater wisdom, compassion and confidence — this webinar is for you. 

Can’t attend live? 
Register anyway and we’ll send you the recording.