Vicar (House-for-Duty Post)

Oxford Diocese; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern vicarage provided

Job summary

Oxford Diocese is seeking a vicar to join our inclusive Ecumenical community. We are a church with a big heart, a strong sense of community, and a deep desire to grow in faith and service. We are ready for a vicar who will share our journey, nurture our gifts, and offer compassion and vision within our shared ministry. A modern vicarage is provided.

Closing date: Sunday 18th October 2026. Interviews: Friday 6th November 2026. DBS Enhanced Disclosure is required.

Qualifications

• DBS Enhanced Disclosure is required.

Responsibilities

• Share in leading the community's ministry with compassion and vision.
• Collaborate with partner ministers to guide the parish forward.
• Provide pastoral leadership and nurture gifts within the church.

Skills

Prayerful and Spirit-led

Compassionate and inclusive

Collaborative and empowering

Visionary and outward-looking

Job description

We are an inclusive Ecumenical community – encouraging difference, welcoming diversity and seeking unity where we can. St Francis’ is a church with a big heart, a strong sense of community, and a deep desire to grow in faith and service. We are ready for a vicar who will share our journey, nurture our gifts, and offer compassion and vision within our shared ministry.

We are praying for a vicar who embodies the following qualities:

• Prayerful and Spirit-led
• Compassionate and inclusive
• Collaborative and empowering
• Visionary and outward-looking

We seek a vicar who will journey with us in our vision—one who will inspire, empower, and join with our other partner ministers in leading us into the next chapter of our shared life.

A modern vicarage is provided.

Closing date: Sunday 18th October 2026

Interviews: Friday 6th November 2026

DBS Enhanced Disclosure is required