• Do you have a heart for encouraging and supporting the lifelong vocation, ministry and formation of all our Ordained and Lay Leaders?
• Are you able to lead and deliver a range of ministerial formation and development opportunities which will enrich their spiritual life and faith?
• Are you committed to intentionally forming leaders who are deeply rooted in their relationship with Jesus, who act boldly in His name, and inspire others to do the same?

The Diocese of Carlisle is looking for a gifted teacher who is committed to ministry development and has the ability to enthuse, listen and resource others in both lay and ordained ministries.

You will need to combine excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively plan, organise and deliver. For this new role will make a key contribution to implementing our Ministry Development Vision and Plan for 2030.

Underpinned by the values of our God for All strategy, we are seeking a Ministry Development Lead who is able to relate generously and positively to those of theological traditions other than their own.

This is a part-time position of 21 hours a week.

Salary £40,462 FTE plus 15% non-contributory pension or an ordained candidate could choose to remain in the Church of England Clergy Pension Scheme.

This post is subject to an occupational requirement that the postholder be a practising Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

Closing date for Applications: Monday 24^th November 2025, 9am

Interviews: Church House, Penrith – Thursday 4^th December 2025.

For an informal chat about this role, please contact Rachel Head (Director of Mission, Ministry, Support and Innovation) by emailing rachel.head@carlislediocese.org.uk

Completed application forms should be returned to Helen Harker at HumanResources@Carlislediocese.org.uk