Vicar for Growth, Discipleship & Community Engagement

Church of England; Batley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Diocese of Leeds invites applications for the Incumbent of Batley, a four-church benefice. The vicar will lead growth of congregations and deepen discipleship, work with lay leaders, schools and community organisations, and foster stewardship and outreach.

The post requires joyful, confident faith and collaborative leadership across clergy and lay teams, within a supportive diocesan framework. Informal discussions can be arranged with the Archdeacon; closing date 6 December 2026; interviews

Qualifications

• Clergy with joyful and confident faith and a track record of church growth.
• Ability to lead four parishes and work with lay leaders, schools and community organisations.
• Commitment to stewardship, outreach and inclusive community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead growth across the four-church benefice in Batley.
• Develop and deepen discipleship within the congregations.
• Collaborate with lay leaders, schools and community organisations.
• Foster stewardship, outreach and community engagement across the benefice.

Skills

Community engagement

Leadership

Discipleship development

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Theology or equivalent

Job description

The Diocese of Leeds invites applications for the Incumbent of Batley, a four-church benefice. The vicar will lead growth of congregations and deepen discipleship, work with lay leaders, schools and community organisations, and foster stewardship and outreach.

The post requires joyful, confident faith and collaborative leadership across clergy and lay teams, within a supportive diocesan framework. Informal discussions can be arranged with the Archdeacon; closing date 6 December 2026; interviews