Part-Time Parish Leader: Building Community & Faith

Ministry Support Officer & Flourish Co; Aston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

15% stipend

Parsonage provided

Job summary

Aston by Sutton, Little Leigh and Lower Whitley parish invites applicants for a part-time incumbent to cover Sunday duties and two weekdays. A 15% stipend and a modern parsonage are provided, with strong links to local schools and supportive lay leadership.

The Diocese of Chester emphasizes safeguarding; an Enhanced DBS is required. Applicants must submit relevant safeguarding training and DBS checks. Interviews are scheduled for 14 October. Diversity welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Encourage the congregation to live out their faith in daily life
• Provide pastoral support within the community
• Foster a strong safeguarding culture in the parish
• Be happy to delegate and encourage involvement from church members
• Help to grow the congregation and build on the links with our local schools.

Job description

Aston by Sutton, Little Leigh and Lower Whitley parish invites applicants for a part-time incumbent to cover Sunday duties and two weekdays. A 15% stipend and a modern parsonage are provided, with strong links to local schools and supportive lay leadership.

The Diocese of Chester emphasizes safeguarding; an Enhanced DBS is required. Applicants must submit relevant safeguarding training and DBS checks. Interviews are scheduled for 14 October. Diversity welcomed.