Parish Nurse

New Wine Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-driven parish church is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to establish a new Parish Nursing Ministry in Chipping Norton. This role combines nursing expertise with a commitment to Christian values, providing essential support to older adults in need. Candidates must hold NMC registration and have experience in community care, alongside strong leadership and interpersonal skills. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse, Band 5 or 6 with current NMC registration required.
• Experienced in community or elderly care, with a heart for the vulnerable.
• Committed Christian, living out their faith.

Responsibilities

• Develop and establish a new Parish Nursing ministry.
• Support the spiritual, physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of older adults.
• Deliver home visits and one-to-one support for those isolated.

Skills

Community care experience

Interpersonal skills

Leadership abilities

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC registration)

Job description

Overview

St Mary’s is a vibrant and growing parish church in the Cotswolds, committed to "Living in God’s love, Living out God’s love." We are deeply engaged with our community and work closely with The Branch Trust, a charity that grew out of the church’s mission to serve the local community.

We are launching an exciting new Parish Nursing Ministry to reach out to those who are lonely, isolated, and in need of holistic care. This is a unique opportunity to combine your nursing expertise with your Christian faith, serving the people of Chipping Norton and surrounding villages.

The Role

We are looking for someone to play a foundational role in a new ministry. Working in a beautiful market town, there is an opportunity to make a lasting difference.

• Develop and establish a new Parish Nursing ministry.
• Support the spiritual, physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of older adults.
• Deliver home visits and one-to-one support for those isolated or housebound.
• Partner with local health services, community groups, and churches.
• Provide advocacy and guidance to help people access the care they need.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers to grow the ministry’s reach.
• Receive training and professional development through Parish Nursing Ministries UK.

This is both a strategic and pastoral role – you’ll help shape a new ministry while also being a compassionate presence to those in need.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A Registered Nurse, Band 5 or 6 (current NMC registration required).
• A committed Christian, living out their faith in daily life.
• Experienced in community or elderly care, with a heart for the vulnerable.
• A pioneer with proven ability to start, shape, and grow new projects.
• A natural leader and team builder, with strong pastoral and interpersonal skills.

How to Apply

For an application pack please click on the links below. Otherwise, for an informal conversation, please contact: [e-mail], 01608 646202

This post carries a genuine occupational requirement for the post-holder to be a practising Christian, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Closing date for applications: 24 October 2025

Chipping Norton, England, United Kingdom

We’re a lively Anglican Church, a short walk down the hill from the centre of our wonderful market town. We’re passionate about serving Jesus and growing in our relationship with God as we worship, pray and learn together from the Bible. Our greatest desire is to see each life in and around our town transformed by Jesus’ life-changing love as we reach out and serve our community, sharing our lives with the people around us.