Interim Priest in Charge of Skelmanthorpe (0.5) Interim Associate Priest in the Emley Moor pari[...]

TN United Kingdom; Skelmanthorpe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a dedicated priest to lead and inspire communities in Skelmanthorpe and surrounding areas. This role focuses on transformational leadership within a supportive network of parishes, fostering spiritual growth and community engagement. The ideal candidate will be passionate about sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ, strengthening relationships across congregations, and leading initiatives that promote growth and service. Join a vibrant diocese committed to equipping confident clergy and Christians for impactful ministry.

Qualifications

• Experience in church leadership and community development.
• Ability to engage and grow congregations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support churches in the Skelmanthorpe area.
• Develop partnerships and enhance community engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Community Engagement

Spiritual Guidance

Collaborative Skills

Education

Theological Education

Ordination

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Interim Priest in Charge of Skelmanthorpe (0.5) Interim Associate Priest in the Emley Moor parishes (0.5), Skelmanthorpe

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Interim Priest in Charge of Skelmanthorpe and Interim Associate Priest in the Emley Moor parishes

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of transformation and change leadership across a group of parishes and benefices.

Skelmanthorpe is a small town on Emley Moor in West Yorkshire, situated between Huddersfield and Wakefield, with easy access to Leeds and Bradford, and larger towns like Dewsbury, Halifax, and Barnsley. Excellent transport links include the M62/M1 motorways and rail services to London, Manchester, and Leeds. Leeds/Bradford Airport is about an hour away by road. Emley Moor is notable for its large TV transmitter tower between Emley and Kirkburton.

We are appointing to one of the remaining interim posts within a cluster, focusing on developing partnerships as missional churches for our communities. Each priest will oversee specific parishes and collaborate with colleagues across the area. One will focus on Skelmanthorpe and support the other two groupings; others will focus on churches in Shelley, Shepley, Cumberworth, Upper Denby, Kirkburton, Lepton, Emley, and Flockton.

We seek a priest committed to sharing in conversation and discernment, helping churches grow in numbers, spiritual commitment, and service, and working collaboratively to strengthen relationships across our congregations and parishes. We offer support, prayers, and practical help from our welcoming and friendly congregations.

Please see the Person Specification and Role Description attached for more details on the post and the qualities sought in the candidate.

The closing date for applications is: 4th July 2024

Interviews: TBC

About Us

The Diocese of Leeds covers five episcopal areas, making it one of the largest in the country. Established in 2014, it spans approximately 2,425 square miles with a population of around 2,642,400, including major cities, towns, and rural areas. The diocese is led by five bishops and five archdeacons, supporting the Diocesan Bishop, The Rt Revd Nicholas Baines.

Our vision is to equip confident clergy and Christians to live and share the Good News of Jesus Christ. We seek clergy with joyful, confident faith and a commitment to growth—both numerical and spiritual.