Priest in Charge - Benefice of All Saints and St Barnabas

Lambeth Palace Library; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local church community in Swindon seeks a Priest-in-Charge to lead its vibrant, diverse congregations. This role involves guiding the community's mission, nurturing discipleship, and implementing creative worship styles. The ideal candidate will be an inspiring leader committed to engaging with the local community. Swindon's excellent amenities, including a four-bedroom vicarage, provide a wonderful environment for living and serving. Interested candidates should contact for further details.

Qualifications

• Must be an inspiring leader who can nurture discipleship.
• Experience in community engagement and building partnerships is essential.
• Ability to develop creative worship styles that reflect congregation diversity.

Responsibilities

• Guide the Christian community in their mission.
• Help implement the vision and deepen discipleship.
• Lead creative worship styles and engagement with local schools.

Skills

Leadership

Prayerful attitude

Community engagement

Job description

Priest-in-Charge – Benefice of All Saints & St Barnabas, Swindon

Are you called to lead a warm and friendly Christian community in the vibrant and diverse town of Swindon? The Benefice of All Saints and St Barnabas is seeking a Priest-in-Charge to guide us in our mission to be beacons of God’s peace, hope, and love in our multi-cultural parishes.

Our vision is to grow as an intergenerational Christian family, where everyone feels accepted, respected, and welcomed. We are small now but want to build on our firm foundations to deepen discipleship, empower lay leadership, and strengthen partnerships with local schools, community organisations, and other churches.

We are looking for a prayerful, approachable, and inspiring leader who will love us and the community we are in. You will help us discern and implement our vision, nurture discipleship, and develop creative worship styles that reflect the diversity of our congregations. With a well-maintained four-bedroom vicarage, excellent local schools, and convenient transport links, Swindon offers a wonderful place to live and serve.

If you feel called to this exciting opportunity, we would love to hear from you please download the full profile to find out more!

For an informal chat about the role please contact Revd Adam Beaumont, Associate Archdeacon [e-mail] to arrange this.

Closing date

5 March 2026

Familiarisation and interviews

16 April 2026

Those with disabilities or those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented in our diocese, so we particularly encourage applications from clergy in these groups.

The Diocese of Bristol is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check