A lack of discrimination
What skills and experience make a good vocations adviser? According to the Church of England, which last week advertised two new, national vocations roles, experience with young people and marketing is desirable. It particularly encouraged applications from women and people from ethnic minorities. But, the job profiles stated, actually being a Christian isn’t necessary.

The advertisements, which were posted online, were swiftly withdrawn when it was pointed out that they stated that the positions – for “National Young Vocations Adviser” and “National Minority Ethnic Vocations Officer” – did not consider Christianity to be an occupational requirement.