Associate Minister - Christ Church, Surbiton Hill

The Church of England; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused church in Greater London is seeking an Associate Minister to share leadership responsibilities with the Vicar and senior leaders across two local churches. The ideal candidate will have a passion for ministry, effective communication skills, and commitment to the Evangelical faith. This role offers the opportunity to invest in community growth and transformation through the gospel. Important dates include interviews on Thursday 29 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Dependence on the grace and power of God in all things.
• Ability to share the good news of Jesus Christ.
• Skills as a gifted preacher and communicator.

Responsibilities

• Share leadership and direction of the Parish.
• Work across both churches.
• Be involved in a wide range of ministry opportunities.

Skills

Prayer

Communication

Relationship Building

Theological Training

Education

Recognised Theological Training

Job description

An exciting opportunity to join the Senior Leadership of a Parish which is made up of two local churches who share a vision to see our community reached and transformed by the love of Christ. The Associate Minister will share responsibility with the Vicar and other senior leaders, for the leadership and direction of the Parish, working across both churches, using their passion and gifts in a wide range of ministry opportunities, in this vibrant part of South West London.

We are praying for someone who…

• recognizes their dependence on the grace and power of God in all things, and is consequently a person of prayer, humility and integrity, and is open to the leading of the Holy Spirit.
• loves God and loves people, and believes that the good news of Jesus Christ needs to be lived and shared with others.
• is a gifted preacher and communicator of God’s Word in different settings.
• is able and keen to work as a member of the Christ Church & Emmanuel staff teams, and able to build good relationships with other leaders in the churches.
• will affirm the Church of England Evangelical Council Basis of Faith and Additional Declarations.
• will enjoy and can appreciate the strengths of both ReNew and New Wine networks.
• if not an ordained Anglican minister, has recognised theological training and experience in local church ministry.

Would you be willing to come and invest your faith, energy and gifts, together with a passionate and supportive team, to see the churches grow as the gospel is proclaimed, and as God accomplishes His good purposes in Surbiton & Tolworth?

Closing date : Monday 19 January 2026

Interviews : Thursday 29 January 2026

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.