The Sanatan Dharm Hindu Temple Society in Coventry seeks a full-time, permanent Priest (Pujari) from £12.21/hour (UK National Living Wage baseline). Apply via UK Find a Job, reference PP_SDHTS_01.

  • Temple: Sanatan Dharm Hindu Temple Society
  • Location: 56 Mason Road, Foleshill, Coventry, CV6 7FJ, UK
  • Position: Priest (Pujari) — full-time, permanent
  • Salary: From approx. £12.21/hour (National Living Wage baseline)
  • Apply via: Success Recruitment Consultancy / UK Find a Job (ref: PP_SDHTS_01)

About the Temple

The Sanatan Dharm Hindu Temple in Coventry is a spiritual and cultural cornerstone for the West Midlands Hindu community. Dedicated to a diverse pantheon — with particular focus on Lord Ram, Goddess Durga and Lord Shiva — it hosts daily aartis and celebrates Diwali, Navratri, Ram Navami and Shivratri with great devotion.

Role & Responsibilities

The Pujari conducts daily puja and aarti; performs havan, vivah (marriage) and other samskaras; carries out the deities’ shringar and maintains altar cleanliness and sanctity; delivers pravachan (talks); provides pastoral support; assists community events and education; and coordinates with volunteers and trustees for smooth, safe temple operations.

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Eligibility & Requirements

  • Trained, experienced Hindu priest able to perform pujas, havans and samskaras.
  • Ability to deliver talks and provide community/pastoral support.
  • Strong coordination with volunteers and trustees.
  • Meet the essential criteria in the official advert (ref PP_SDHTS_01).

Salary & Benefits

The role starts from around £12.21 per hour (the UK National Living Wage baseline), full-time and permanent. Confirm exact hours, any accommodation and religious-worker visa sponsorship during the recruitment process.

How to Apply

Apply through the UK Government Find a Job portal (findajob.dwp.gov.uk) under reference PP_SDHTS_01, managed by Success Recruitment Consultancy Limited. Submit a CV evidencing your priestly training and experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary?

From approximately £12.21 per hour (the UK National Living Wage baseline), in a full-time, permanent role.

Is it permanent?

Yes — a permanent full-time role.

Who manages applications?

Success Recruitment Consultancy Limited, via the UK Government Find a Job portal (ref PP_SDHTS_01).

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How do I apply?

Apply on findajob.dwp.gov.uk under reference PP_SDHTS_01 with a CV evidencing your priestly training and experience.

This is one of 20 vacancies in our June 2026 roundup — see Part 1 and Part 2, or browse all Temple Jobs.

Note: Listing compiled from the temple’s own advert/official channels as of June 2026; openings can run "open until filled." Always confirm the current vacancy, salary, deadline and visa sponsorship directly with the temple before applying. Genuine temples never charge an application fee.