Incumbent Priest for Growth, Liturgy & Community

Lambeth Palace Library; Tadworth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A church in Tadworth is seeking a full-time Priest-in-Charge to lead its growth and ministry. The role involves engaging with children, young people, and families while fostering an inclusive community. The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator with strong leadership skills, able to inspire and manage change effectively. This opportunity offers the chance to collaborate with local schools and build on existing church initiatives. The closing date for applications is March 15, 2026, with interviews on April 16, 2026.

Qualifications

• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Decisive yet collaborative and inclusive leadership.
• Creative and open-minded, balancing vision with delivery.
• Effective leader and manager of people and change.
• Positive, resilient, empathic, and self-aware.

Responsibilities

• Lead the parish and evolve its ministry with children, young people, and families.
• Build links with local schools and strengthen the Junior Church.
• Collaborate with the community and ensure effective management.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective leadership

Creative and open-minded

Collaborative and inclusive

Decisive yet approachable

Resilient and positive

Education

Served a title post in an Anglican church

Job description

A church in Tadworth is seeking a full-time Priest-in-Charge to lead its growth and ministry. The role involves engaging with children, young people, and families while fostering an inclusive community. The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator with strong leadership skills, able to inspire and manage change effectively. This opportunity offers the chance to collaborate with local schools and build on existing church initiatives. The closing date for applications is March 15, 2026, with interviews on April 16, 2026.