Priest in Charge (Oversight Minister) and Area Dean

for Ardsley and Darfield with Great Houghton Parishes in the Wath 2 Mission Area and for the Wath Deanery

Location:

Yorkshire and Lincs

Recruiter:

Sheffield Diocese

Ref: JN013879

Warm Space, Tots, Café Church, Messy Church, Men’s Breakfast, a Teddy Bear Parachute Jump, Open the Book in schools – these are just some of the ways we’re already building strong and joyful connections with our local communities. If you’re someone who thrives on relationships and is passionate about sharing the love of Jesus beyond the church walls, then read on!

We are looking for a minister with strong communication skills, who can connect with all ages and backgrounds, someone committed to being a visible presence in our communities, who has a heart for pastoral care and reaching out in mission.

We are two neighbouring parishes in the Barnsley Borough within South Yorkshire, who each have our own unique villages but are increasingly working together on joint ventures.

We are praying for a dedicated and inspiring person to lead our churches and help us to grow as we enter a new chapter in our journey of faith. We are seeking a minister grounded in biblical teachings, who is also passionate about fostering spiritual growth and enabling new leaders within our congregations.

We pray that as you read more about each parish in our Profiles you will sense God’s clear calling if this is an opportunity He is leading you to explore.

Closing Date: 28 July 2025
Interview Date: 14 August 2025

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

For an informal chat, contact:

Ven Javaid Iqbal, Archdeacon of Doncaster
javaid.iqbal@sheffield.anglican.org
07469 850723

www.sheffield.anglican.org/vacancies

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Closing date: 28 July 2025

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