Team Rector: Four-Church Benefice Leader

Lambeth Palace Library; Bingley; On-site; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local church benefice in Bingley is seeking a new Team Rector to oversee four churches. The rector will lead a ministerial team, foster community engagement, and develop lay leadership. Responsibilities include growing congregations through outreach, managing finances to support church missions, and reinforcing shared church identity. This role is crucial for ensuring the churches remain at the heart of community life. Applications close on 8th March 2026, with interviews planned for 17th April 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in parish ministry with a focus on community engagement.
• Ability to lead and support a ministerial team.
• Strong skills in fostering lay leadership within the church.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ministerial team across four churches.
• Grow church congregations through outreach and ministry.
• Develop the financial health of churches and support mission efforts.

Skills

Leadership in community outreach

Developing lay discipleship

Financial management

Experience in Church of England ministry

Education

Ordained Anglican priest

Job description

A local church benefice in Bingley is seeking a new Team Rector to oversee four churches. The rector will lead a ministerial team, foster community engagement, and develop lay leadership. Responsibilities include growing congregations through outreach, managing finances to support church missions, and reinforcing shared church identity. This role is crucial for ensuring the churches remain at the heart of community life. Applications close on 8th March 2026, with interviews planned for 17th April 2026.