Rector and Priest in Charge

Rector of St Peter and St Paul with St Michaels and All Angels, Kettering and Priest in Charge of All Saints, Kettering

Location:

East Midlands

Recruiter:

Peterborough Diocese

Ref: JN014419

We are two lively parishes in Kettering who seek a strategic, visionary and imaginative priest to serve as our Rector and Priest-in-Charge.

We are looking for someone who will help us realise the acknowledged potential within our parishes, working collaboratively to harness the talents and gifts of our people and our communities.

Are you an encouraging leader, confident in shaping vision, nurturing discipleship, and enabling churches to flourish together while valuing their distinct identities? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are excited to work with you, keen to move forward both strategically and in our discipleship. This is an exciting opportunity to build on strong foundations and lead our three welcoming churches into their next chapter of mission and ministry, sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ with the people of Kettering.

For an informal conversation, please contact The Ven Alison Booker: archdeacon.oakham@peterborough-diocese.org.uk

Enhanced DBS Disclosure required.

Applications by: Noon 11 February
Interviews: 18 March

View the Benefice Profile and application form via: www.peterborough-diocese.org.uk

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Closing date: 11 February 2026

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