Archdeacon of Rochester and an Archdeacon of Tonbridge

The Bishop of Rochester seeks an Archdeacon of Rochester and an Archdeacon of Tonbridge

The Archdeaconry of Rochester covers the Medway Unitary Authority, the Boroughs of Gravesham and Dartford and the northern part of Sevenoaks Borough while the Archdeaconry of Tonbridge lies in South-West Kent, and covers all or part of the Boroughs of Tonbridge and Malling, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks and Maidstone – all within the County of Kent.

The Archdeacons will work within the Bishops Leadership Team to support and develop the emerging diocesan strategy.

We are looking for candidates who will:

• Be rooted in a life of prayer and study of the scriptures.

• Think inventively, having the gift of leading and enabling churches in mission in a mixed ecology.

• Encourage and inspire the people of God to live out the Gospel in everyday life.

• Show loving concern and pastoral sensitivity to those in their care.

• Have a mature and intuitive faith that understands challenges and is unafraid in the midst of them.

• Truly get the meaning of collaborative ministry.

• Can innovate and lead for change, is adaptable, relishes problem solving and is a peaceable, astute presence in the middle of conflict.

Please include details in your application of the Archdeaconry you would prefer to apply for, and how your skills and experience match your preference. Please note, however, that the panel may ask you to consider either role.

The wider a group’s diversity, the smarter, wiser, and more compassionate and creative its decision making becomes. We are committed to achieving diversity throughout our Diocese by seeking UKME/GMH colleagues and those from a wide-range of backgrounds, to help us create a culture of inclusion and belonging. There is an occupational requirement for the post holder to be Christian. This role requires an enhanced DBS check.

For information packs about each Archdeaconry, and to apply for this role please click the 'apply for this job' button below.

Further information on the diocese can be found at: www.rochester.anglican.org/

For enquiries, please contact Bishopscourt

01634 842721
bishopscourt@rochester.anglican.org

Closing date: Midday on 19 September 2024
Interviews: 10 & 11 October 2024