Resources and guidance

Contract checklist for imams

Ten things every imam's contract should cover. A free, one-page checklist for imams and mosque committees.

Guidance notes: using the model contracts

How to choose the right model, adapt it, and introduce it to a mosque committee constructively.

Model contract: full-time imam

Employment contract and written statement of particulars for a full-time imam, covering hours and rota, rest days, pay, accommodation, leave and procedures.

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Model contract: part-time imam

For imams working fixed part-time hours, with pro-rata pay and holiday and protection from less favourable treatment.

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Model contract: assistant or trainee imam

For assistant and trainee imams, with supervision, training, a development plan and a clear route to review.

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Model agreement: sessional khatib or prayer cover

A simple worker agreement for occasional Jumu'ah khutbahs, Taraweeh or prayer cover, avoiding the 'volunteer' trap.

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Model contract: madrasa teacher

For teachers in supplementary schools and madrasas, with term-time working, safeguarding and holiday calculation.

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Imam job description template

A template job description covering prayer leadership, teaching, pastoral care and outreach.

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Grievance procedure template for mosques

A simple written grievance procedure that follows the ACAS Code of Practice.

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Disciplinary procedure template for mosques

A fair disciplinary procedure template following the ACAS Code.

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