Priest in Charge

of Kirk Langley, Mugginton, Kedleston, Longford and Long Lane

Location:

East Midlands

Recruiter:

Derby Diocese

Ref: JN013735

Part-time permanent stipendiary role

These rural parishes lie on the edge of the City of Derby giving easy access to beautiful rural Derbyshire Dales and the Peak District but are also within 15 minutes drive of vibrant city life.

The churches seek an enthusiastic, pastorally hearted, missional priest to work with them to:

Build links and develop relationships with the church schools with a view to partnering with them to form new worshipping communities
Nurture and disciple church members, particularly through launching small groups, helping them to deepen their relationship with God
Partner with Derbyshire Rural Chaplaincy to support the framing community
Support the churches in progressing through the Eco Church Awards.
Develop new and innovative ways of communicating across the benefice
Explore sustainable models of governance

You would be supported by church members committed to looking after your well-being, ensuring you do not take on unrealistic levels of work.

The Diocese of Derby is committed to safeguarding. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. For information on safeguarding, recruitment checks and how we process your data, visit bit.ly/DODSaferRecruitment

Enquiries to: Archdeacon of Derbyshire Peak and Dales, nicky.fenton@derby.anglican.org

For further information and to apply please see:

derby.anglican.org/en/about-us/vacancies.html

Closing date: Monday 9th March 12pm

Interview dates: Thursday 26th March

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Closing date: 09 March 2026

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