Full time stipendiary post (3 years interim role) Priest in Charge of Toxteth St Bede with St C[...]

The Church of England; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Church of England seeks a Priest in Charge for two parishes in Liverpool for a 3-year interim role. This position involves community engagement, spiritual leadership, and the development of vision during a significant transition period. The successful candidate will play a key role in guiding the parishes and inspiring lay leadership while working toward the diocesan goal of being Fit for Mission.

Qualifications

• Pastorally wise with experience in community work.
• Ability to inspire lay leadership and discern vision.
• Experience in fostering spiritual growth and justice work.

Responsibilities

• Develop vision for deeper community links.
• Facilitate change during the transition phase.
• Help develop sustainable building use plans for mission.

Skills

Leadership

Community Engagement

Strategic Vision

Spiritual Leadership

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Full time stipendiary post (3 years interim role) Priest in Charge of Toxteth St Bede with St Clement (0.5) and Priest in Charge of Wavertree St Bridget and St Thomas (0.5), Liverpool

Client: The Church of England

Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 841aa2a4436b

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Posted: 29.06.2025

Expiry Date: 13.08.2025

Job Description:

Interim Priest in Charge of 2 parishes: Toxteth St Bede with St Clement & Wavertree St Bridget with St Thomas

Overview

We are looking for a pastorally wise and strategic priest to work across these 2 vibrant parishes for an interim (3 yrs) period. The role involves building on current community links and guiding the parishes as they transition into a new future as part of Hope Parish Liverpool within the diocesan strategy of being Fit for Mission.

The successful candidate will be a leader in the Diocese of Liverpool, inspiring lay leadership, discerning vision, and fostering growth in numbers, spiritual depth, and justice work within the communities.

Post Introduction

This role combines responsibilities for two distinct but adjacent parishes, serving 3 church buildings and 2 congregations. The post is a 3-year interim position during a pastoral reorganization process, with potential future roles within the new parish structure.

Liverpool is a vibrant city with rich cultural, transport, sporting, and educational facilities. The churches are located in a diverse, densely populated area close to the city center, near various amenities and green spaces like Sefton Park and Wavertree Aquatic Centre.

Main responsibilities

• Developing vision for deeper community links
• Facilitating change during the transition within FfM
• Helping develop sustainable building use plans for mission

Closing Date: Sunday 29th June

Contact: Ven Dr Miranda Threlfall-Holmes, Archdeacon of Liverpool

We are actively seeking to increase diversity in our diocese and are using anonymous shortlisting.

Part of the Clergy Team in Liverpool Diocese

Our mission is to grow the church and make a bigger impact—more people knowing Jesus and working for justice. Our four mission priorities are:

1. Introducing people to Jesus
2. Developing Christian leaders
3. Working for justice