Priest/Residentiary Canon

Wakefield Cathedral

Location:

North West

Ref: JN014620

Be part of a team sharing Christian faith and life, serving the community and raising aspiration in wonderful West Yorkshire in the lively and diverse Diocese of Leeds

We are looking for a priest who will be a key part of the cathedral clergy team with particular emphasis on growing the congregations in number and in faith, leading on pastoral care and on outreach to children, young people, and younger adults. This could be an associate clergy role for someone early in ministry or a Residentiary Canonry for a suitably qualified cleric. At a time of change in cathedral, city, and diocese, this is a great moment to make a difference for the gospel. We’re praying for a faithful priest and colleague who will be sustained by our rhythm of prayer and will get stuck in to cathedral life and mission.

To find out more contact Philip Hobday, Dean of Wakefield, on: dean@wakefield-cathedral.org.uk – we’d love to hear from you.

Visit: www.wakefieldcathedral.org.uk for details.

This role is subject to satisfactory safer recruitment checks including completion of a Confidential Declaration form and Enhanced DBS.

Applications close: 12 noon Friday 27th March 2026
Shortlisting outcome: w/b 6th April
Interviews in Wakefield: Friday 24th April 2026

Closing date: 27 March 2026

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