The Diocese of Ely is seeking a Team Rector (designate) to serve The Isle of Ely Villages Benefice
Do you have what it takes to be the team leader in our new benefice spanning 11 villages close to the cathedral city of Ely? We would love to hear from you.
We seek an experienced priest, who is
- Confident in God and unfailingly kind with people.
- Inspiring in their teaching and committed to lifelong learning.
- Forward thinking in mission, able to guide our parishes to develop their mission initiatives.
- Collaborative - a team leader, with a track record of developing healthy teams and releasing capability.
- Humble - able to balance high visibility within our communities whilst still enabling others to shine.
- Relatable – able to win the trust & friendship of our rich and diverse communities.
- Self-starting, resilient, courageous & hospitable.
What we offer
- You will find us eager to work with you in mission, focussed on agreed objectives, creative and passionate about transforming our villages with and for God.
- You will be able to appoint a colleague, help train curates, and shape the culture of a new benefice at the heart of our diocese.
Further Information and Applications
- Closing Date: 12 noon on 7 September 2024
- Interviews: 30 September & 1 October 2024
- Benefice Profile: download here
- Application Form: download here
- Please send completed Application Forms to archdeacon.handw@elydiocese.org
- Informal enquiries: Ven Richard Harlow, Archdeacon of Huntingdon & Wisbech on Tel: 07415757527
The Diocese of Ely is committed to safer recruitment practices for people working or volunteering with children and adults and therefore this position is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service).