Diocese of Carlisle

Vacancies List


  • Benefice of the Leven Valley - House for Duty Vicar

    The three parishes of the Leven Valley are looking for someone who will:
    • Lead our churches to grow in worship, leadership, and mission
    • Work with ordained Colleagues in this developing Mission Community
    • Have a clear sense of faith and vision
    • Work with our vibrant and innovative Church of England Primary School

    And who has:
    • An obvious confidence in the Christian faith and gospel and an ability to preach with clarity and conviction
    • An ability to identify, inspire and harness the goodwill, abilities and skills of the laity

    We can offer:
    • A modern vicarage
    • A great location to live, close to Windermere; South Lakes and the South Coast of Cumbria with good transport links for Kendal and the UK
    • Supportive and enthusiastic lay and ordained colleagues

    This is a part-time house for duty post – 2.5 days per week including Sundays

    For an informal chat please contact Archdeacon Vernon Ross: archdeacon.south@carlislediocese.org.uk / Tel: 07388 377105
    For more information and an application form please visit www.carlislediocese.org.uk/vacancies

    Closing date: 4th October 2024
    Interview date: 25th October 2024
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  • Canon Precentor at Carlisle Cathedral

    We are seeking to appoint a priest as Residentiary Canon and Precentor
    who is sensing Gods call to this majestic county of Cumbria.

    The role includes developing the worship and discipleship of our congregations
    in a cathedral full of opportunities.


    Canon Precentor


    The residentiary canons share with the Dean the task of leading the cathedral including close working with the Chief Operating Officer and members of the Senior Management Team.

    The candidate briefing pack and further details on how to apply can be found on the Cathedral’s website under ‘About – Join Our Team’
    www.carlislecathedral.org.uk

    Closing date for applications: Friday 20th September 2024
    Interviews: Thursday 10th October 2024

    Carlisle Diocese is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Applicants must be willing to undergo the relevant safeguarding checks including checks with past employers
    and the Disclosure and Barring Service, appropriate to the post.

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  • Western Dales Mission Community Families, Children and Youth Worker

    We are seeking a Full time Families, Children and Youth Worker

    Are you a self-starter with the ability to:

    - pioneer and lead mission and ministry to families, children, and young people
    - lead collective worship in the schools, and help students to explore Christian spirituality
    - manage and work well with volunteers who form the teams that offer ministry to families and young people

    If you would like an informal conversation, please contact Revd Andy Burgess on 015396 20018

    If you think you this may be you, please find the job description at https://www.carlislediocese.org.uk/vacancies/

    Salary £29,826 FTE plus 15% employers pension contribution. This role is ecumenically funded by Anglican, Methodist, and URC churches.

    Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 7th October 2024
    Interviews: Tuesday 15th October 2024,

    Please return completed applications to: HumanResources@carlislediocese.org.uk

    An occupational requirement exists for the post holder to be a practicing Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

    An enhanced DBS and CofE declaration form will be required for this role.

    The Diocese of Carlisle is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, all postholders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
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  • Rector - Benefice of Workington

    The united benefice comprises the parishes of St Michael and John which between them cover the important market town of Workington. The worship is liberal Catholic in expression. The social life and fellowship is strong and vibrant where the nurture of children and young people is a priority. The parishes have a shared strategy to grow closer to God, grow greener, grow younger, and grow outwards into the town.

    We are seeking a woman or man who is:

    • Grounded and nurtured by the liberal Anglo-Catholic traditions of worship, prayer and liturgy;
    • Prayerful and empathetic;
    • A collaborative, energetic and empowering leader
    • Committed to mission and civic engagement and partnership;
    • Enthusiastic about preaching and deepening the faith of others, whatever age;
    • Gifted with a heart for young people;
    • Pastoral and approachable;
    • Committed to warm, ecumenical relationships;
    • Blessed with a sense of humour.

    This is an incumbent’s post with a stipend of £30,912

    For an informal conversation, please contact Archdeacon Stewart Fyfe on 07552 428772.

    For a profile and application form, please visit www.carlislediocese.org.uk/vacancies

    Closing date: 30th September 2024
    Interviews: 2nd December 2024
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  • Youth Leader Roles

    Exciting opportunities in Cumbria with Network Youth Church
    Network Youth Church (£29826 plus 15% employers pension Contribution)

    We are seeking creative, enthusiastic, Christian Youth Leaders to join our team to develop Network Youth Church in communities across Cumbria.

    Can you
    • Build relationships with young people aged 11-25.
    • Lead and develop pioneering youth work which grows Christian disciples.
    • Establish imaginative new forms of youth church, growing Fresh Expressions of Church with young people.
    • Build and support teams at all levels with young leaders, volunteers and across denominations.
    • Work with a local steering group to develop a cohesive strategy to engage young people across a diverse area.

    If you would like an informal conversation, please contact Richard Passmore 07823 415816 or Hannah Burgess 07900 519139.

    Check out our recruitment video by opening this role.

    Three roles are immediately available in Kendal, Keswick and Ulverston.
    Another role will be available early next year.

    Closing date: 9am, 23 September 2024.

    Interviews: 30 September 2024.

    Please return completed applications to:
    HumanResources@carlislediocese.org.uk
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  • Rector of Kirkoswald, Lazonby, Great Salkeld & Renwick with Croglin & Priest in Charge Cross Fell

    The East of Eden Mission Community in Cumbria is seeking a new Minister who will share the Leadership of this Ecumenical Mission Community.

    The successful applicant would legally be Rector of Kirkoswald, Lazonby, Great Salkeld and Renwick with Croglin; and Priest in Charge of the eight churches in the Cross Fell Benefice.

    We can offer:
    • An ecumenical ordained staff team to work alongside
    • A large supportive and collaborative ministry team
    • A paid administrator to support the ministry
    • A group of parishes in the beautiful Eden Valley, Cumbria, offering excellent mission opportunities, real community, with the diversity of worship found in our rural villages
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