Vicar of the United Benefice of Dalston with Cumdivock, Ivegill, Raughton Head and Wreay

We are four rural parishes on the edge of Carlisle, each with its own distinct character, but united by warm community life, strong lay partnership, and a shared vision of “sharing the love of Jesus.”

We are praying for a priest who will communicate the gospel with clarity and imagination; nurture discipleship and equip us to be witnesses in the world. You would be at home both in village lanes and lively school assemblies. You will find vibrant congregations of different styles and traditions, committed volunteers, flourishing schools, and communities that take pride in working together.

You will be:

• an inspiring communicator and confident preacher
• grounded in prayer and pastoral presence
• someone who values rural life and listens well
• eager to encourage gifts in others
• able to work joyfully across a range of worship styles
• a steady, visible presence in village life

We offer:

• four active churches at the heart of their communities
• two self-supporting curates, a Licensed Lay Reader, and a part-time administrator
• thriving Church of England schools across the benefice
• a comfortable four-bedroom vicarage in the centre of Dalston
• congregations who work hard, laugh easily, and welcome warmly

If your vocation is to help rural churches grow in confidence, deepen in faith, and serve their neighbours with generosity, we would love to hear from you.

For more information please contact Archdeacon Ruth Newton: archdeacon.north@carlislediocese.org.uk / Tel: 07919792051

This is a full-time stipendiary post (£31,840 as at April 2025)

For more details and application pack please visit: www.carlislediocese.org.uk/vacancies

Closing date: 4^th February 2026

Interview date: 2^nd/3^rd March 2026