Church of England

The Church of England is seeking a full-time priest to serve as Rector of the Parish of Alston Moor. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead in a stunning rural community in Northeast England, characterized by its hills, valleys, and strong connections to nearby cities. The new priest should possess well-developed leadership and collaborative skills to inspire vocation and discipleship among parishioners, helping to reach a wider audience with the love of God. Candidates should have a vision for rural ministry, making a meaningful impact in this vibrant community.

The Bishop of Newcastle wishes to appoint a full time priest to be Rector of the Parish of Alston Moor. Might God be calling you to serve in this spectacular part of God's creation? This parish lies in a simply stunning part of the Northeast, amid hills and valleys, whilst also being well-connected by good roads to the cities of Newcastle and Carlisle, and the historic market towns of Hexham and Penrith. The six churches each have their unique identity, including some fascinating heritage as well as vision for the future. The town of Alston is the largest settlement in the parish and offers plentiful amenities. We seek a priest who has well developed leadership abilities, together with strong collaborative skills, to help develop vocation, discipleship and mission as we seek to enable more and different people to experience the love of God. Our new priest will have a robust vision for rural and deep rural ministry. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone with a love of rural community who is looking to extend and develop their leadership in a context that is both challenging and exciting.

The Archbishop of York's office is based at Bishopthorpe Palace on the outskirts of York, offering a unique and pleasant working environment. Staff at Bishopthorpe Palace form a close-knit and collaborative team, supporting the Archbishop's ministry across the Province of York, nationally, and internationally. The role of the Head of the Private Office of the Archbishop of York is to provide strategic oversight and operational leadership for the Archbishop's Private Office, ensuring the highest standards of organisation, communication and administrative support. The postholder serves as a trusted adviser and principal point of coordination, providing exceptional executive support while exercising sound judgement, discretion and emotional intelligence in a complex and fast-paced environment. Responsible for the smooth and effective operation of the Private Office, the role manages highly sensitive matters with integrity and professionalism, maintains strict confidentiality, and supports the wider mission and ministry of the Archbishop through effective planning, stakeholder engagement and leadership. Responsibilities Strategic Diary and Programme Management Be responsible for the strategic planning and management of the Archbishop's diary, ensuring alignment with agreed priorities and objectives. Be responsible for the day to day management of the Archbishop's diary. Assess requests, invitations and opportunities, making recommendations on the effective use of the Archbishop's time. Balance strategic priorities with pastoral, diocesan, national, ecumenical, civic, public and international commitments. Identify risks, conflicts and emerging opportunities, adapting plans as required. Ensure timely and appropriate responses to requests and correspondence relating to the Archbishop's programme. Engagement Planning and Delivery Coordinate the planning and delivery of meetings, visits, events and speaking engagements, ensuring they are well organised and achieve agreed outcomes. Monitor briefing deadlines. Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery and communication. Ensure all logistical, administrative and safeguarding requirements are met. Partnership with the Chief of Staff and Senior Leadership Team Work closely with the Chief of Staff, who is ultimately responsible for the Archbishop's schedule, and Senior Leadership Team to align the Archbishop's programme with the Archbishop's strategic objectives. Support the implementation of decisions and ensure effective coordination across the Archbishop's Office, with Lambeth Palace, with the Diocese of York and, in particular, the Bishop of Selby's Office. Briefing and Correspondence Commission, coordinate and quality-assure briefings for meetings, visits and engagements. Draft and review correspondence, briefing notes and other materials as required. Ensure the Archbishop receives accurate, timely and concise information to support decision-making and engagement preparation. Private Office Leadership Lead and continuously develop the operation of the Private Office, ensuring it delivers a professional, responsive and high-quality service. Line-manage the Correspondence & Private Office Assistant (1 post). Develop and maintain effective systems, processes and workflows to support diary management, correspondence and engagement planning. Be the budget holder for the Private Office and associated Archbishop's costs and participate in the annual budget setting process. Monitor actions and commitments, ensuring high standards of service, professionalism and continuous improvement. Build strong working relationships with the Lambeth Private Office to ensure effective coordination and alignment. Build a strong working relationships with the Bishop of Selby's office, together with the offices of the Bishops of Hull and Whitby and the York Diocesan Office to ensure effective coordination and alignment. Build strong working relationships with the Bishop to the Archbishops, and their office, together with other NCI leadership teams and departments. Stakeholder and Relationship Management Build and maintain effective relationships with senior church leaders, diocesan colleagues, civic leaders, ecumenical partners and other key stakeholders. Act as a trusted point of contact, exercising sound judgement when handling sensitive matters and enquiries. Support the Archbishop in maintaining productive relationships across a broad range of networks, including the Bishopthorpe Charitable Partners Trust. Support, Travel and Hospitality Coordinate the involvement of the Archbishop's spouse in engagements and events where appropriate. Oversee domestic and international travel, visits, hospitality and related logistics. Ensure visitors, guests and stakeholders are welcomed warmly and professionally. This role profile outlines the principal responsibilities but is not exhaustive. The postholder may be asked to undertake other duties in line with the general nature and level of the role and occasional out-of-hours or weekend working might be necessary. Any reasonable adjustments or changes will be discussed in advance. A basic DBS check is required. Person Specification Essential Experience Experience supporting a senior leader, public office-holder or equivalent figure in a complex and high-profile environment or comparable environment. Experience managing complex priorities, portfolios of activity and stakeholder relationships on behalf of a senior leader. Experience leading an executive support, Private Office or equivalent function, including responsibility for people, systems and service standards. Experience coordinating high-profile engagements, visits and events involving multiple internal and external stakeholders. Leadership and Professional Capability Excellent judgement and the ability to balance competing priorities, assess opportunities and make well-founded recommendations. Ability to anticipate issues, identify risks and ensure the effective coordination of complex activity. Ability to operate effectively in situations of ambiguity, adapting plans and priorities in response to changing circumstances. Outstanding organisational and planning skills, with the ability to translate strategic priorities into coherent and deliverable programmes of activity. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with senior leaders and partners. Ability to budget and hold expenditure to agreed budget frameworks. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare concise briefings and communicate with clarity and diplomacy. Strong leadership and people management capability, fostering a professional, collaborative and high-performing culture. Personal Attributes Highly trustworthy, discreet and diplomatic. Emotionally intelligent and politically aware. Calm, adaptable, resilient and effective under pressure. Clear proactive communicator. Collaborative and highly organised, with a strong commitment to supporting others' success. Committed to excellence, continuous improvement and the effective stewardship of the Archbishop's time and priorities. Knowledge Strong understanding of the demands of supporting a senior leader in a complex and fast-moving environment. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and digital collaboration tools. Ability to work effectively within the mission, values and public ministry of the Church of England. Desirable Knowledge of the Church of England, its governance structures and wider ecclesiastical context. Experience supporting a faith leader, senior public figure, elected office-holder or equivalent. Applications close on 20 September at 23:55. The interview will be held in person on 29 September 2026

The Church of England's (CofE) Diocese of Birmingham was founded in 1905.It covers an area of nearly 300 square miles in the West Midlands, including all of the City of Birmingham and parts of Solihull, Sandwell, Dudley, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and Staffordshire. Birmingham is the UK's second largest city, with the youngest urban population, in one of the most lively and diverse regions of the country.Right at the heart of what we do are 182 places of worship with an average weekly attendance of 17,000, from a population of 1.5 million. In these churches are clergy and worshipers representing a broad range of cultures and Christian traditions. The fabric condition of the 167 church buildings in the diocese (17 of which are listed at Grade 1, 31 at Grade 2 and 49 at Grade 2) was assessed in both 2012 and 2017 through a survey of their latest building inspection reports. In 2012, 74% of churches had an overall condition of 'Good' or 'Fair', while 17% were in a 'Poor' or 'Very Bad' state.By 2017, the number of buildings in 'Good' or 'Fair' condition had reduced to 68%, while the buildings that were 'Poor' or 'Very Bad' had increased to 30%.At the time of the 2017 assessment, the total estimated cost of repairs needed to all 168 church buildings was over £28million. At the start of 2017, the diocese was offered a substantial grant by the Church Commissioners to support a new phase of its major mission initiative, known as Transforming Church.As our church buildings are such important, visual symbols of the presence of the Church of England, and much of its spiritual life and social engagement happens in and around them, there is now a great opportunity to develop them further as modern places of worship and community, while also addressing their significant repair needs and improving engagement with them as part of the wider, historic, built environment. The Opportunity As a result of external grant funding, the Diocese of Birmingham has an exciting opportunity to employ somebody to work with existing parishes and communities, and to value, use and care for church buildings. The Church Buildings Support Officer supports parishes in maintaining, repairing and developing church buildings.The role provides technical advice, provides support for maintenance and heritage projects, supports statutory compliance, assists with grant-funded initiatives and works with clergy, PCC and volunteers to ensure church buildings remain safe, sustainable and fit for mission. On a daily basis you will either be out of the office inspecting buildings, or writing schedules of works, preparing tender documents, liaising and instructing contractors and overseeing construction and maintenance works. We aim to strengthen the long-term sustainability of church buildings by increasing community involvement, improving volunteer skills in building care, and supporting parishes to meet engagement and participation expectations linked to heritage and mission-driven projects. You will be based in the Diocesan Office in John Cadbury House, 190 Corporation Street, Birmingham. KEY OBJECTIVES The key objectives of the Church Buildings Support Officer role are to support Parochial Church Councils (PCCs) in: Discharging their maintenance and statutory compliance responsibilities relating to their church buildings, including their responsibilities as custodians of listed churches; Improving and developing their church buildings and facilities to be fit for purpose for the needs of their ministry and mission; and Implementing various programmes of planned, cyclical and legislative maintenance to their church buildings. The role-holder must have a strong blend of professional and administrative qualities, particularly the ability to work constructively with a wide range of stakeholders, including clergy, consultants, contractors, churchwardens, other volunteers and statutory bodies. Particular emphasis is placed upon the role-holder operating efficient and effective financial management and forecasting in supporting PCCs in producing and delivering planned preventative maintenance plans for their church and ancillary buildings. DUTIES The day-to-day responsibilities of the Church Buildings Support Officer will be to: Organise Church property reactive repairs and maintenance on behalf of PCCs, which will involve managing a wide range of suppliers and building contractors. Handle e-mails, phone calls and other general queries related to the Church property maintenance. Ensure that the works remains within the agreed scope and approved funding and should the scope change and/or costs change significantly obtain approval from the respective PCC; Implement various programmes of planned, cyclical and legislative maintenance for churches based upon their five-yearly inspection quinquennial inspection report, condition surveys of ancillary building and relevant statutory compliance responsibilities for all operational buildings; Support PCCs with planning and co-ordinating all technical inspection and statutory testing relevant to their church buildings and any ancillary operational buildings on the church site, such as church halls, in conjunction with internal staff and external specialist consultants, ensuring an effective survey process, accurate recording and accessible sorting of data; Support PCC's in developing heritage and community engagement projects Assist with external grant applications and reporting Work with volunteers to increase community participation in church buildings Analyse records of reactive, routine and statutory maintenance to identify patterns of emerging liability on building fabric assets, and to suggest where resources should be used to discharge high priority defects. Formulate forward maintenance plans based upon analysis of maintenance liability of the built fabric on the church site with due consideration of the availability of local budgets and resources; Formulate generic maintenance plans for routine maintenance works; Encouraging churchwardens and PCC members to obtain quotations and administer small building contracts with assistance from the CBSO for regular maintenance items. Encourage parishes to work together to achieve financial savings by assisting with the negotiation of measured term contracts with specific suppliers for routine compliance items, for example testing lightning conductors and fire extinguishers etc. Manage and monitor the performance of external consultants and contractors to achieve planned outputs for programmes of routine and legislative maintenance work, and for term contracts and single capital projects, including: developing appropriate risk registers and control measures required; liaising with the CofE Property Team, the Diocesan Advisory Committee for the Care of Churches and statutory approval bodies, as appropriate; selecting procurement methods; monitoring the performance of projects against specific performance indicators and operating mechanisms for ensuring adherence to technical procedures and working practices; and analysing performance issues with a view to recommending improvements to ensure cost effectiveness, quality, speed, and safety in future project delivery; For any maintenance works obtain the necessary statutory consents including consent for works that fall within the Faculty Jurisdiction Rules 2015 (FJR 2015). Ensure that contractors comply with standards for health and safety management on all projects, establishing clear working practices consistent with the CofE Birmingham Property Team, monitoring for adherence at critical junctures throughout a contract, reviewing on completion and affecting improvement in future practices through informed comments from contractors, end users and external consultants. Maintain a project database for maintenance contractors (including large, one-off projects) with the continued monitoring against programme, cost plans, quality and safety standards consultant with the Property Team; Analyse cost and performance data to produce management reports and, through executing benchmarking initiatives and liaison with external organisations, create a system of continuous improvement in current maintenance activities; and Undertake periodic reviews of service delivery, or attend to direct complaints of procedural failure, and implement with a consistent approach the improvement to operational structure and processes as identified as necessary and representing value for money. The Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) places responsibilities for Health and Safety on all employees.Therefore, it is the post holder's responsibility to take reasonable care for the Health, Safety and Welfare of themselves and others in accordance with Legislation and the Company policy on Health & Safety. The Church Buildings Support Officer may supervise volunteers or paid support officers that will be assigned specific initiatives and projects within their deanery. Managing and supervising staff will include the following aspects: Informing and appraising volunteers: their duties, responsibilities, expected codes of conduct and technical procedures relevant to the Church of England; Providing clear and effective channels of communication in respect of technical and personal issues; Encouraging Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and the preparation of specific training plan; Ensuring safe working practises are adopted in accordance with the Property Department's procedures and the CDM regulations click apply for full job details

The Church Buildings Support Officer role at Church of England Birmingham oversees maintenance, repairs and development of church buildings across the diocese. You'll provide technical advice, support heritage projects, assist with grant-funded initiatives and work with clergy, PCCs and volunteers to ensure safety, sustainability and mission alignment. You will inspect sites, write schedules, liaise with contractors and oversee construction and maintenance work while developing preventative

Are you committed to church school education? Would you like the opportunity to work widely with schools and school groupings as together we seek to nurture vision-inspired education; nourish personal and spiritual growth; and enable connected communities that flourish? We are looking for a motivated and positive individual to contribute to the Education Team's work, in all matters relating to school organisation, governance and admissions for schools, academies, federations and Academy Trusts, and to contribute to the effectiveness of diocesan services and operations, on behalf of the Exeter Diocesan Board of Finance (EDBF) and the Diocesan Board of Education Committee (DBE). The role includes: Supporting the team with the on-going development of a strong diocesan family of schools and groupings, securing the long-term sustainability and excellence of deeply Christian church schools. Securing strong governance structures within the school and Trust landscape, ensuring foundation governance is progressed and fit for purpose for the flourishing of all God's children. Empowering the foundation, and wider governance workforce, in establishing a culture of confident spiritual leadership, which leads to excellent and deeply Christian Foundation Governance. Contributing to diocesan guidance and policy development and providing advice and training to support schools/academies in their admission arrangements. The successful candidate will have excellent knowledge and understanding of school organisation and governance structures, and recent relevant experience of the schools / academies landscape and its implication for foundation governance.

Church of England in Exeter seeks a motivated individual to contribute to the Education Team's work on school organisation, governance and admissions for schools, academies and academy trusts, on behalf of the Exeter Diocesan Board of Finance (EDBF) and the Diocesan Board of Education Committee (DBE). The role focuses on developing a strong diocesan family of schools, delivering effective governance, and training to support admission arrangements and policy development.

The roles we are seeking volunteers for within the NSP are as follows The National Safeguarding Panel (NSP) is seeking to appoint TWO representatives from a survivor's organisation that works with individuals affected by faith-based abuse to join its independent scrutiny and advisory body. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the safeguarding work of the Church of England by offering strategic insight, scrutiny, and challenge from the perspective of survivors. The NSP plays a vital role in shaping safeguarding policy and practice, ensuring that the voices of victims and survivors are heard and meaningfully integrated into decision-making. Role Expectation Time Commitment: Approx. 6-8 meetings per year, plus preparation Term: 3 years, renewable for 2 years Location: Meetings held in London and across dioceses (hybrid attendance available) Remuneration and Expenses A fee of £25 per hour will be paid for attendance at meetings, along with reimbursement for travel expenses. Members are expected to attend six meetings per year and undertake one hour of reading in preparation for each panel meeting. Additional reasonable expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with the Church of England's NCI expenses policy, subject to approval by the Chair. Responsibilities Represent the experiences and perspectives of survivors of faith-based abuse. Participate in scrutiny sessions and fact-finding meetings, helping to shape recommendations to the Church's National Safeguarding Steering Group. Provide independent advice on safeguarding policy and practice. Engage with other panel members from diverse backgrounds, including survivors, safeguarding professionals, and faith representatives. Contribute to the development of a proactive and constructive safeguarding culture across the Church . About You Work directly with survivors of abuse within any faith-based context Have experience in scrutiny, advocacy, or policy development. Are committed to survivor-led approaches and trauma-informed practice. Can nominate a representative with lived or professional experience relevant to the NSP's remit. The nominated representative should be able to Attend up to six panel meetings per year (some in-person, some online). Contribute to written submissions and discussions. Collaborate respectfully with a multiagency, multidenominational panel. Support and Induction New members will receive a full induction programme, including meetings with key panel and safeguarding team members, and access to relevant resources. How to apply To apply, please submit your CV along with a personal statement of no more than 500 words outlining your relevant skills and experience, and explaining why you are interested in the role.

The University of Reading, in partnership with the Diocese of Oxford, invites applications for an Anglican Chaplain to lead the Chaplaincy Team and Multi-Faith provision on campus. You will develop Christian faith and worship, provide pastoral care to students, and work to strengthen links with local Anglican churches while fostering inclusive community across the university. You will coordinate chaplaincy for other denominations and faiths, and promote safeguarding and welfare as central

The University of Reading, in Partnership with the Diocese of Oxford, wishes to appoint an Anglican Chaplain to lead the Chaplaincy Team and Multi-Faith provision at the University. We are seeking a new Chaplain to develop Christian faith and worship,to offer pastoral care, to be a strong, visible presence on campus, to grow links with local Anglican churches where students might worship on Sundays, and to build and foster healthy community across the University. The University is strengthened by our diverse, multi-cultural community and the Chaplain will embrace and enjoy the opportunities this brings, showing a commitment to coordinating chaplaincy for those of other Christian denominations, and of other faiths. You will be: Educated to degree level (or relevant equivalent experience); a theological qualification & training in Ministry, including satisfactory clearance of Initial Ministerial Education Ordained Anglican priest in good standing for licensing by the Bishop of Reading (Diocese of Oxford) Experience of providing pastoral care and support especially to young people or students Experience of ecumenism and other faiths; and working collaboratively within a diverse team Demonstration of a flexible and imaginative approach to liturgy and worship. Strong organisational and administrative abilities including the ability to lead and delegate effectively with excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with all members of our student and staff community effectively. A diverse workforce: We know that we can only achieve our vision of being a world-class, forward-looking, confident, and ambitious university by recruiting, supporting, and developing staff from the widest variety of backgrounds. We have a proud history of diversity and inclusion and are working actively on several key initiatives to continue this: For more information on pensions and the benefits of working at the University of Reading can be found here at Benefits to working with us Location Located at our Green Flag award winning Whiteknights campus in Reading. Based in the Chaplaincy Centre at the centre of the campus. Annual leave allowance We offer a generous entitlement of 26 days in addition to 6 public holidays and additional closure days around Christmas and Easter time each year where staff are not required to work. Accommodation As part of their appointment, for the proper performance of this role, and subject to further conditions set out in their Employment Contract, the postholder will be provided with accommodation (a house close to the University on Shinfield Road) provided by the Diocese of Oxford. The terms of such accommodation shall be governed by a licence to occupy which the postholder will be required to enter into with the Diocese. Contact details Katie Robertson, Director of Student Engagement, Transitions & Advice, The University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and as such safeguarding checks will be undertaken. Safeguarding Requirements and Responsibilities To undertake safeguarding training and following the University's Safeguarding Children & Adults at Risk Policy at all times. To consider Safeguarding in Risk Assessment processes for events and activities you deliver. To report any disclosures or concerns using the Safeguarding Incident Form and submit this to the UK Student Recruitment and Outreach team Designated Safeguarding Officer. An Enhanced DBS with a child barred list check is required for this position. This role is a regulated activity. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Please see these links for information on Safeguarding and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Procedure, including Recruiting ex-offenders principles. The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Come and join us and make a difference Are you someone who cares deeply about helping schools flourish? Would you like to play a key role at the heart of our diocesan work with over 230 schools and academies? Do you enjoy working with school leaders and governors to bring clarity, integrity and support to complex situations? We are looking to appoint an Education Governance and Compliance Officer to join our committed and highly supportive Education Team. This is a new and vital role that underpins much of the statutory, strategic and relational work of the Diocesan Board of Education (DBE). You will work closely with the Director and Deputy Director of Education to lead diocesan support for school governance, admissions, academy processes, and DBE approvals, ensuring our schools and trusts receive clear, practical advice and that all necessary requirements are met. This is a varied role, rooted in working alongside schools and helping them navigate complex issues with confidence. About the role In this role, you will: Be the lead diocesan officer for governance and admissions, offering clear, practical advice to headteachers, governors, clergy and MAT leaders Support schools directly, helping them to manage governance, admissions and organisational matters with confidence Maintain accurate Diocesan governance records and ensure changes are recorded efficiently Oversee academy and governance processes, working with legal teams, MATs, local authorities and the Department for Education Support and administer the work of the Diocesan Board of Education, including agendas, papers, minutes and approvals Support the development of guidance, systems and training to enable those working in schools, particularly governors and leaders Work collaboratively as part of a small team committed to the flourishing of Church of England schools Every day is different and offers the opportunity to work closely with schools, support leaders and strengthen the systems that enable them to succeed. Who we are looking for We would particularly welcome applications from those who: Have experience of working within schools, education or governance, and understand the realities of school leadership Bring experience in governance, compliance or education policy, and are keen to develop this further Can interpret educational guidance and legislation and apply it in a way that is practical and helpful for schools Communicate clearly and calmly, especially when dealing with complex or sensitive issues Build strong, respectful relationships with headteachers, governors, clergy and partners Are well organised and able to manage a range of responsibilities with care and attention to detail Work in a way that reflects our values and supports schools to flourish We are looking for someone who combines professional rigour with a collaborative and approachable style, and who can work alone but also enjoys working as part of a small, supportive team. Our Values The Diocesan values, Loving, Living, Learning, are vital to the way we encourage equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We aim to: Love God, the world and one another. Live in the world as it is, but, drawn by a vision of something better, we want to help individuals and communities flourish, Learn when we get things wrong, by listening and growing together. The Diocese of Leeds is proud to be a Living Wage Employer. Leeds Diocesan Board of Finance (The Board) is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and the workplace and in avoiding unlawful discrimination. Accordingly, the Board will ensure that recruitment and selection, training and development, and promotion procedures result in no job applicant or employee receiving less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, class or caste, religious belief or lack of religious belief (unless this is an occupational requirement), disability, trade union membership or non-membership, gender or sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, responsibility for dependents or being a part time or fixed term worker. The Board's objective is to ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and otherwise treated solely on the basis of their relevant aptitudes, skills and abilities. For clergy applying to this role, your Area/Suffragan Bishop must be informed of your applications at the earliest opportunity. Furthermore, you must seek a Diocesan Bishop's Licence in order to be eligible for a new role, and please be aware that granting a licence is subject to a CCSL from your Area/Suffragan Bishop. The Diocese of Leeds is currently unable to sponsor candidates without Right to Work in the UK. Candidates must have Right to Work in the UK to take up this role. To download a copy of our policy for the recruitment of ex-offenders from the diocesan website, please click on the below link:

The Church of England is seeking an Education Governance and Compliance Officer to support the diocesan work with over 230 schools. You will provide essential advice and resources to headteachers, governors, and partners, ensuring compliance in governance and admissions. This position requires someone with experience in education or governance, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage diverse responsibilities effectively. The role is vital to assisting schools in navigating complex challenges successfully.

The Bishop of Newcastle wishes to appoint a full time priest to be Rector of the Parish of Alston Moor Might God be calling you to serve in this spectacular part of God's creation? This parish lies in a simply stunning part of the Northeast, amid hills and valleys, whilst also being well-connected by good roads to the cities of Newcastle and Carlisle, and the historic market towns of Hexham and Penrith. The six churches each have their unique identity including some fascinating heritage as well as vision for the future. The town of Alston is the largest settlement in the parish and offers plentiful amenities. We seek a priest who has well-developed leadership abilities, together with strong collaborative skills, to help develop vocation, discipleship and mission as we seek to enable more and different people to experience the love of God. Our new priest will have a robust vision for rural and deep rural ministry. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone with a love of rural community who is looking to extend and develop their leadership in a context that is both challenging and exciting. For an informal conversation or further details contact: The Ven Dr Catherine Sourbut Groves, Archdeacon of Lindisfarne Tel Email: Interviews will be held on 15th July 2026 Click here to view the application questions included for this vacancy.

The role As Head of Flourishing Programmes, you will lead the strategic and operational delivery and expansion of our growing suite of values-led professional learning programmes: Flourishing Leaders, Flourishing Teachers, Flourishing ECTs (in partnership with UCL), and Leaders Like Us. These programmes are designed to support the flourishing of educators at every stage of their journey, with a strong emphasis on inclusion, vocation, and leadership development. You will oversee a dedicated team and work closely with internal colleagues, delivery partners, and national collaborators to ensure these programmes are impactful, inclusive, and sector-leading. This role requires a visionary and relational leader who can manage complexity, inspire excellence, and drive continuous improvement across the programmes . Strategic Leadership and Quality Assurance Provide strategic oversight of the Flourishing Programmes, including 'Leaders Like Us', ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and the Church of England Vision for Education. Lead the development and implementation of robust quality assurance processes to ensure excellence in delivery and readiness for external evaluation. Use data, evaluation, and research to drive continuous improvement and innovation across all programmes. Team Leadership and People Management Line manage team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. Support the development of a high-performing team through coaching, mentoring, and clear performance expectations. Champion a values-led leadership culture that reflects the ethos of the National Society for Education and wider Church of England. Programme Delivery and Operational Oversight Oversee the full participant journey across all Flourishing Programmes, including recruitment, onboarding, retention, and completion. Ensure effective systems and processes are in place to support delivery, including digital platforms, communications, and participant support. Ensure all contractual elements of the UCL partnership are met in a timely and accurate manner, including KPI reporting and compliance. Ensure Flourishing ECTE programme is ready for UCL monitoring, Ofsted or other external evaluations. Lead on the resolution of complex operational issues, including participant transfers, deferrals, and reasonable adjustments. Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Working Work closely with delivery partners, including UCL, and MAT/Diocesan networks, to ensure effective communication, training, and support. Build and sustain relationships with key stakeholders across the education sector, including dioceses, MATs, and other national providers. Drive growth and programme engagement/recruitment across regional areas by developing strong, strategic relationships with schools, trusts, and diocesan networks. Represent the Flourishing Programmes on the national stage as an ambassador for our work, contributing to sector-wide conversations, networks, and events. Work collaboratively with the leadership team and the Partnerships and Engagement Team to strategically strengthen, streamline, and equip our Delivery Partner network - ensuring consistency across programmes, a unified voice and building capacity to drive increasing participant demand. Collaborative Leadership Collaborate closely with the Head of Curriculum and Enablement and Head of NPQ Programmes as part of the Professional Learning Senior Leadership Team, reporting to the Head of Professional Learning. Contribute to the development of a holistic and coherent professional learning offer that reflects the organisation's values and meets the needs of leaders across the system. Ensure alignment and collaboration across all programme areas, supporting shared priorities, resource allocation, and cross-team innovation.

The main purpose of the role is to ensure the effective implementation of financial policy through administration of the ordination training budget. This comprises tuition fees paid to Theological Education Institutions and maintenance grants paid to some 1200 ordinands in training each year by all 42 dioceses. This role is a fixed term contract, until 31st December 2026. The Ministry Development Team is engaged in a major programme of change with the result that the way in which these grants are assessed, allocated and paid will change significantly. The Finance and Data Administrator will have a key role in implementation of the new arrangements as well as ensuring high levels of service and process improvement in the light of experience and stakeholder feedback. The Finance and Data Administrator plays a central role in ensuring the effective and compassionate administration of financial support for ordinands and ministry training across the Church of England. The postholder will manage core elements of the Training for Ministry budget, including the calculation and payment of tuition fees, maintenance grants and Resourcing Ministerial Formation (RMF) funds, as well as ad hoc grants such as disability-related and discretionary awards. A key part of the role is supporting the implementation of grant policies clearly, consistently and with appropriate pastoral sensitivity. Alongside this, the role has significant responsibility for data management and reporting. The postholder will maintain and interrogate data relating to ordinand training, vocational exploration, and attendance at Stage 1 and Stage 2 Shared Discernment Panels, ensuring information is accurate, up to date and fit for purpose. They will also monitor and report on the use of restricted funds and support the implementation of the Ministry Training Fund, producing reports and analysis as required to inform decision-making. The role also contributes to effective financial management across the Ministry Development Team. Working closely with colleagues, the postholder will support the development of departmental budgets, monitor expenditure against forecasts, and liaise with the Archbishops' Council Finance Department to resolve budgetary issues as they arise. Clear communication of financial information is essential, including expenditure, supplier payments and income, alongside the administration of expense workflows on SAP. The postholder will also oversee the administration of other ad hoc training grants, ensuring processes are robust and well understood. The postholder will bring relevant experience and understanding to support the effective management of grants and finances within a church and charitable context. They will be comfortable working with financial data and systems, and able to apply this confidently in a professional setting. Knowledge and experience Familiarity with using databases and financial systems, such as SAP. A high level of computer literacy, particularly in the creation, use and formatting of spreadsheets. Experience of working with grants and financial processes, preferably within a Church or other charitable organisation. An understanding of, and empathy with, the ethos and mission of the Church of England. The role requires strong analytical capability and the ability to communicate financial information clearly and accurately to a range of audiences, both internal and external. Skills and abilities A keen analytical mind, with high numeracy skills and close attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to present clear, accurate and proportionate financial information to colleagues and external stakeholders. A high degree of discretion and reliability, with a strong commitment to confidentiality. The ability to work independently and in line with agreed policies and guidelines. Willingness and ability to travel within England and attend occasional meetings outside London. Desirable criteria In addition, the following experience and qualifications would be advantageous: Confidence in using Church and theological language, with an understanding of the structures of the Church of England. Experience of grant funding within a national institution. A recognised financial qualification or formal financial training.

About the Giving Directorate and Net Zero Carbon Programme The Church of England ministers to every community in England, and our mission and ministry is sustained and expanded through a culture of generous giving. The Giving Directorate plays a vital role in equipping dioceses, parishes, and clergy with the tools and confidence to encourage generosity. Through strategic leadership, innovative resources, and collaborative partnerships, we aim to inspire giving that enables the Church to flourish in every community. We lead major funded projects that strengthen giving across the Church, ensuring that generosity is central to mission and ministry. The Giving Directorate has four teams: Innovation & Insight (leading on innovations, the parish share project, data analysis and marketing); Parish Giving Scheme (giving mechanisms and technology); NZC Fundraising (including policy, philanthropy and gifts in wills) and Learning & Development (delivering training, mentoring, and equipping clergy and diocesan giving advisors, national and regional conferences, and developing online learning resources for parishes). You will sit within the Net Zero Carbon Fundraising team which leads the strategy to coordinate and support the plans being developed by our dioceses, churches, cathedrals, schools, and departments to secure the significant additional funding needed to decarbonise the Church of England. What you'll be doing Legacies have historically played a transformative role for the Church of England - sustaining parish ministry, helping deliver the 30,000+ community projects run by parishes every year, conserving historic buildings and enabling important work for the future, including Net Zero Carbon projects. There is significant untapped potential for legacy giving to make an even bigger difference to our work, but awareness is uneven, and local church leaders often lack the training and resources to talk confidently about gifts in wills. As the Gifts in Wills Manager, you will lead an ambitious new legacy programme to significantly expand the support and resources available for all parts of the Church of England to effectively encourage legacy giving. This will include creating new legacy giving resources that can be used by parishes, cathedrals and Dioceses as well as new training for local parish volunteers, clergy and senior leaders. Gifts in wills have the potential for significantly enhancing the work of the church in caring for God's creation, being the culmination of a person's lifetime of commitment and care for the church and God's creation. The role will include specifically looking to develop NZC cases for support as a way to encourage gifts in wills, through linking the ongoing and perpetual care of God's creation with the long term impact of gifts in wills. Through your work you will create a culture shift where legacy giving is demystified to become a natural part of Christian discipleship. The increased number and generosity of legacy gifts pledged and received will make a long-lasting impact on the financial ability of parishes, cathedrals, and dioceses to fund their ministry and social impact in the communities they serve. Key Relationships: Head of Net Zero Carbon Fundraising, Deputy Director (Learning and Development), Regional Giving Advisors, Head of Resources & Insights, Diocesan Giving Advisors, NCIs Legal Team, Farewill, Christian Aid. This is a fixed-term contract role for three years, and interviews will take place week commencing 27 April.

To plan and coordinate a wide range of events on behalf of the Bishop of Carlisle, ensuring that all events are well-organised and effectively managed from inception through to completion. The Events Coordinator will be the central point of contact for all event-related activity at Bishop's House, working closely with the Bishop's Chaplain, the Bishop's household and the wider Bishop's House team. Internal relationships: Bishop's House team; Bishop's Chaplain; Head of HR & Governance; Finance Department; Communications; Property; Diocesan Secretariat; PTO Officer; Warden of Readers; Archdeacons; Clergy External relationships: Rydal Hall; Catering suppliers; Lord Chamberlain's Office; St James' Palace; Archbishop's Offices; Venues and hospitality providers across the Diocese The postholder will be based at Bishop's House, Ambleside Road, Keswick, CA12 4DD. The role is primarily based at Bishop's House with some requirement to attend Rydal Hall and other Diocesan venues. Interviews will be held in person on Monday 18 May 2026. Circumstances Some flexibility is required to support events which may occasionally fall outside standard hours; time off in lieu will be granted. The successful postholder is required to work Friday mornings as part of their working week. Event Planning & Forward Planning Maintain a forward-planning events calendar for Bishop's House, ensuring that all upcoming events are identified well in advance and preparation commences at the appropriate time. Proactively manage event timelines, monitoring tasks, milestones and deadlines to ensure smooth delivery. Produce and maintain event planning checklists and briefing notes for each event, ensuring all parties are well informed of their responsibilities. Conduct post-event reviews to identify learning and improve future event delivery. Invitations & Booking Administration Manage the full invitation process for Bishop's House events, including drafting and sending invitations, co-ordinating RSVPs and maintaining accurate guest lists using the Try booking system. Administer event registrations, follow-up communications and any waiting list management through Try booking system. Ensure all event data is accurately recorded and maintained to support reporting and evaluation. Catering & Hospitality Arrange and co-ordinate all catering requirements for events, including briefing caterers, confirming dietary requirements and ensuring presentation standards meet the expectations of Bishop's House. Source and manage catering suppliers, obtaining quotes and ensuring value for money in line with the Bishop's financial policies. Ensure that appropriate hospitality is in place for all events, including day to day hospitality, maintaining the welcoming and professional ethos of Bishop's House. Venue Management & Logistics Liaise with venue to co-ordinate bookings, room layouts, facilities requirements and logistical arrangements for events held there. Ensure that all equipment, materials, resources and room layouts required for each event are prepared and in place ahead of time. Conduct pre-event checks at venues to ensure everything is in order, addressing any issues promptly. Manage the set-up and break-down of events at Bishop's House and at other Diocesan venues as required. Flagship & Specialist Events Royal Maundy: Provide co-ordination and administrative support for all arrangements relating to Royal Maundy nominations and associated ceremonies, liaising with the Lord Chamberlain's Office and other relevant parties as required. Garden Party: Manage the nominations process for the King's Garden parties at Buckingham Palace, co-ordinating all associated travel arrangements and communications with nominees on behalf of the Bishop. Clergy Spouse Events: Liaise with the Bishop's Household to co-ordinate events for clergy spouses, including managing invitations, catering, programmes and any pastoral considerations. Support the organisation of residentials, teaching days and other gatherings as directed by the Bishop's Chaplain. Communication & Stakeholder Liaison Serve as the primary point of contact for event-related queries from internal and external stakeholders, responding in a timely, professional and hospitable manner. Liaise with Diocesan departments (Communications, Finance, Property, Secretariat) and external suppliers to ensure joined-up event delivery. Provide timely updates and briefing notes to the Bishop's Chaplain on event planning progress. Responsible for sending out communications from the Bishop using relevant systems. Financial Administration Manage event budgets in conjunction with the Bishop's Chaplain, tracking expenditure and ensuring events are delivered within agreed financial parameters. Process invoices relating to events in accordance with Diocesan financial procedures. General Uphold and promote the Diocese of Carlisle's commitment to safeguarding in all event planning and delivery. To undertake Health and Safety duties To assist the Bishop's EAs with office administration Undertake other duties as reasonably required by the Bishop's Chaplain and Bishop's EAs. Closing date for applications is 9 am on 11 May 2026