Priest in Charge

Based in a small town (pop. 12,018) but with a distinctly ‘village’ feel, we are a warm and friendly church with aspirations to grow, especially in our work and ministry with children and families.

We are seeking a prayerful and practical leader who enjoys building relationships in church and community, and wants to work collaboratively within a team of committed lay people.

In particular our new Vicar will be:

• Keen to develop the prayer life of the congregation;

• Experienced in enabling others in their discipleship;

• Comfortable leading a wide range of worship styles;

• Creative in extending the use of our church space and facilities;

• Willing to work with a team to establish a Youth Group.

You will be supported by an enthusiastic and experienced PCC, a part-time paid Administrator, an LLM-in-training, a Pastoral Visiting Team, and a large number of volunteers who all play a part in regularly organising and planning church activities and outreach.

Full details are in the Parish Profile, which can be downloaded from the ‘Vacancies’ section of the Diocesan website: www.rochester.anglican.org or by clicking the 'apply for this job' button below (Applications should also be made using this link)

Any queries, or to arrange an informal discussion with the Archdeacon of Bromley & Bexley about this vacancy, please contact her EA, Fiona Porter, by emailing: fiona.porter@rochester.anglican.org

Closing date for applications: Midnight on Wednesday, 25th February 2026
Interviews will be held in March, date tbc but possibly Monday 23rd

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.