Collaborative Rector for 3 Rural Anglican Parishes

Diocese of Lichfield; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Lichfield in rural Staffordshire seeks a collaborative, prayerful Rector to join three churches. You will bring energy, compassion and creativity, build on connections with local schools, and lead with humility, helping us grow in faith and deepen our community engagement.

We value tradition across parishes and invite applications from those with at least three years in the Church of England or other Anglican churches. Closing date 16 September 2026; interviews 29 October 2026.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in the Church of England or another Anglican church in the British Isles.
• Experience of building connections with schools.
• Willing to lead collaboratively and build on existing strengths.

Responsibilities

• Lead collaboratively across three churches.
• Grow faith and deepen community engagement.
• Sustain vibrant worship across parishes.

Skills

Collaborative leadership

Community engagement

School connections

Job description

Diocese of Lichfield in rural Staffordshire seeks a collaborative, prayerful Rector to join three churches. You will bring energy, compassion and creativity, build on connections with local schools, and lead with humility, helping us grow in faith and deepen our community engagement.

We value tradition across parishes and invite applications from those with at least three years in the Church of England or other Anglican churches. Closing date 16 September 2026; interviews 29 October 2026.