Liverpool Ganesh Temple (Liverpool Ganesh Trust) is hiring for the role of Minister of Religion – Hindu Priest in Kirkby, Liverpool, Merseyside, UK. The temple posted it on 23 August 2026 and it is still on its careers page as of 19 October 2026. No closing date is given, so apply soon and confirm with the temple that it is still open.

Job at a glance

  • Employer: Liverpool Ganesh Temple (Liverpool Ganesh Trust)
  • Role: Minister of Religion – Hindu Priest
  • Location: Kirkby, Liverpool, Merseyside, UK
  • Type: Permanent, full-time (35 hours a week)
  • Pay: £30,000 to £32,000 a year, depending on qualifications, religious training and experience; pension and other benefits as required by UK employment rules
  • Listed: 23 August 2026
  • Last date: Not stated; the listing is open until filled

Requirements

  • Substantial experience as a Hindu priest or minister of religion, with appropriate Hindu religious training
  • Experience independently leading Hindu ceremonies, rites and rituals, including poojas, abhishekam and archanai
  • Experience leading major Hindu festivals
  • Ability to give spiritual and pastoral guidance, and knowledge of Hindu scriptures and traditions
  • Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills
  • Flexibility to work weekdays, weekends, evenings and festivals
  • Desirable: experience as a senior or principal priest, supervising assistant priests, and knowledge of Sanskrit and/or Tamil

Duties

  • Provide religious and spiritual leadership within the temple
  • Conduct daily and special poojas, abhishekam, archanai and other observances
  • Lead major festivals and special temple ceremonies
  • Give spiritual and pastoral guidance and advice on Hindu customs to worshippers and families
  • Guide and support the assistant priests and other religious workers
  • Work with the trustees to maintain the temple's religious standards and traditions

Visa and work authorisation

Liverpool Ganesh Trust appears on the Home Office register of licensed sponsors with A-rated licences for the Worker – Ministers of Religion route (register checked 19 October 2026). The listing says any appointment and immigration sponsorship depend on the applicant meeting UK immigration, employment and temple requirements.

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How to apply

Email a current CV and the documents the listing asks for to liverpoolkirkbyganeshtemple@gmail.com with the subject line "Application – Minister of Religion – Hindu Priest". The temple's careers page is at https://www.liverpoolganeshtemple.org.uk/careers. The vacancy is also advertised on GOV.UK Find a Job (job reference 6a8b51542f3270d0f522347d).

Source and verification

Details on this page are taken from the official listing published by Liverpool Ganesh Temple, checked by HinduTone on 19 October 2026. Listings change; confirm the role, pay and closing date directly with Liverpool Ganesh Temple before applying. HinduTone is not the employer and does not handle applications.

Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for this job?

Email a current CV and the documents the listing asks for to liverpoolkirkbyganeshtemple@gmail.com with the subject line "Application – Minister of Religion – Hindu Priest". The temple's careers page is at https://www.liverpoolganeshtemple.org.uk/careers. The vacancy is also advertised on GOV.UK Find a Job (job reference 6a8b51542f3270d0f522347d).

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Is visa sponsorship or work authorisation required?

Liverpool Ganesh Trust appears on the Home Office register of licensed sponsors with A-rated licences for the Worker – Ministers of Religion route (register checked 19 October 2026). The listing says any appointment and immigration sponsorship depend on the applicant meeting UK immigration, employment and temple requirements.

What is the pay?

£30,000 to £32,000 a year, depending on qualifications, religious training and experience; pension and other benefits as required by UK employment rules.

Is this listing verified?

Yes. HinduTone checked it against the official listing (https://www.liverpoolganeshtemple.org.uk/copy-of-rwmor1-june23) on 19 October 2026. Always confirm details directly with Liverpool Ganesh Temple before applying.

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