Religious Worker/ TempleAssistant


Company:	Saiva Munnetta Sangam (UK)
Salary:	from £24,862.50 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Manor Park, E12 6AB
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	20 Sept 2026
Closing date:	20 Oct 2026

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Summary

Saiva Munnetta Sangam is currently recruiting for the Hindu (Tamil speaking) Religious worker/Temple Assistant in non-pastoral role with immediate start.

Successful candidate must be able to assist the activities in conducting Religious work of the Chief Priest of our Chidambareswarar Temple (Sivan Temple).

Help him in the performance of Hindu / Saiva rituals and other activities connected there to as directed by the Chief Priest. Helping with Madapalli (cooking prasadam) duties, Garland making, and other day to day ceremonies of non – pastoral role in accordance with Hindu / Saiva traditions.

- be responsible in assisting with the performing of homam, abhishekam (divine consecrations), alangaram (decorating deities) archanai (chanting mantras) and pooja (ceremonial worship).

For the avoidance of doubt, will not have any kind of core duties of leading a congregation in performing the rites, and ceremonies of the Hindu faith and / or preaching the essentials of the creed.

Additional information - The employer has claimed an exception under the Race Relations Act. The employer has also claimed an exemption under the Employment Equality regulations with regard to Religion or Belief due to strict religious requirements. This vacancy meets the requirements of the National Minimum Wage Act.

Requirements:

- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK and able to provide Share Code where required.

Upon successful application, DBS check will be conducted and Police Clearance certificate will be requested to provide.

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