Full-Time Associate Minister St Andrew’s and Townfield, Bebington

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

Job summary

A community-focused church parish in Bebington is seeking a Full-Time Associate Minister. The role combines leadership and management of Townfield Church with a shared ministry across the parish. Candidates who love Jesus, are skilled Bible teachers, and have a passion for outreach are encouraged to apply. The position offers a secure funding for a 5-year term, with an emphasis on fostering community and collaborative faith. Applications must include relevant safeguarding training certificates.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day running and leadership of Townfield Church.
• Shared ministry across the parish under the Rector's leadership.

Skills

Love for Jesus and for people

Gifted and flexible Bible teacher and preacher

Commitment to personal and corporate prayer

Passion for reaching the lost and nurturing faith

Collaborative team player

Models grace and truth

Job description

Full-Time Associate Minister

St Andrew’s and Townfield, Bebington: Associate Minister for the Parish, and Minister for Townfield Church

This Associate Minister post, open to ordained men and women, is an Incumbent-status post, similar to that of many Team Vicar roles. It carries a large degree of autonomy, but with the support of a wider team. The role combines responsibility for the day-to-day running and leadership of Townfield Church, with shared ministry across the parish under the leadership of the Rector.

We are a two-church evangelical parish in a suburban area of the Wirral. St Andrew’s is an ancient church, dating back over 900 years, with a long evangelical history. Townfield is our most recent church plant, having started in 1992 in the church school. It is now an established church in its own right, serving the school community and nearby area whilst remaining a part of the parish, and operating in close partnership with St Andrew’s Church.

Qualities we are seeking

• have a love for Jesus and for people
• is a gifted and flexible Bible teacher and preacher
• is committed to personal and corporate prayer
• has a passion for reaching the lost and nurturing the Christian faith
• is a collaborative team player
• models grace and truth in life, ministry and leadership

The post is fixed for the maximum legally permissible 5-year term, which will be renewable. Funding for this post is secure.

Closing date: 8 February 2026

Interviews: 6 March 2026

You are very welcome to contact the Rector, the Rev David Vestergaard, for an informal conversation on [e-mail] or 0151 458 2794.

Please complete the application form below and send it to:

The Ven Dr Michael Gilbertson, Archdeacon of Chester [e-mail]

Safeguarding

• The Diocese of Chester is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• An Enhanced DBS Disclosure will be required for the successful candidate.
• Applicants are required to submit relevant training certificates with their applications. They will not be shortlisted unless they can provide an assurance of up-to-date safeguarding training and a valid DBS check for their current post.

Diversity

• We will particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups.