Rector, Five-Parish Benefice: Visionary Community Leader

Church of England; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

CMD grant

Retreat time

HR support

Job summary

Church of England seeks a Rector for the Orchard Welle Benefice in Cambridgeshire (0.6 FTE). The post is a half stipend with Sundays plus three days, working within a five-parish benefice. The role aims to foster a future church through collaboration with clergy, lay colleagues and local communities.

We are looking for a faithful, servant-hearted leader who can nurture diverse worship, lead change with wisdom, and build vibrant worshipping communities as part of the Diocese of Ely.

Qualifications

• Prayerful and articulate with a clear gospel message.
• Focused and resilient with sustainable workload.
• Faithful and gracious leader driving meaningful change.
• Wise and resourceful in face of opportunities and challenges.

Responsibilities

• Bring inspiration and work creatively with laity and clergy within the benefice.
• Offer flexible churchmanship to accommodate diverse worship styles and traditions.

Skills

Prayerful

Articulate

Focused

Resilient

Job description

Church of England seeks a Rector for the Orchard Welle Benefice in Cambridgeshire (0.6 FTE). The post is a half stipend with Sundays plus three days, working within a five-parish benefice. The role aims to foster a future church through collaboration with clergy, lay colleagues and local communities.

We are looking for a faithful, servant-hearted leader who can nurture diverse worship, lead change with wisdom, and build vibrant worshipping communities as part of the Diocese of Ely.