At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a caring church community while nurturing lay ministry.
- Company: St Martin's Church, a welcoming Anglo-Catholic parish in Ashton-upon-Mersey.
- Benefits: Spacious Rectory, competitive stipend, and a supportive church family.
- Other info: Open to all, especially underrepresented groups; excellent transport links.
- Why this job: Join a vibrant community and make a real difference in people's lives.
- Qualifications: Faith-driven leader with pastoral experience and safeguarding training.
The predicted salary is between 19350 - 23650 £ per year.
The Society for the Maintenance of the Faith is seeking to appoint a part-time incumbent to the parish of Ashton-upon-Mersey, St Martin. St. Martin’s is a friendly, caring church family in the modern Anglo-Catholic tradition where everyone is welcome. We are looking forward to the next stage of our journey and sharing it with a new Rector. We are praying for a person of faith, with a spirituality anchored in the sacraments, who will be among us as a pastor and leader, and a person who will inspire us so that together we can further God’s kingdom in the parish.
Situated on the northern edge of beautiful Cheshire countryside, close to Sale and within easy reach of Manchester and with excellent transport links, Ashton-Upon-Mersey has a population of approximately six and a half thousand, yet retains a village feel.
We are looking for:
- An engaging and visible incumbent who will maintain our Anglo-Catholic identity
- A collaborative worker who can nurture our lay ministry
- Someone committed to pastoral work from cradle to grave
- A leader who can see potential in people, buildings, and resources
We can offer:
- A four-bed Rectory with spacious kitchen, enclosed rear-garden, off-road parking. Only two minutes walk from: church & hall, village centre, local infant and primary schools.
- Good transport links – Metrolink to Manchester city centre and beyond; good motorway links via the M60
- A friendly and sociable church family keen to welcome you and work with you.
- Support from an active team of volunteers including Churchwardens, PCC, Ministry Team, and Verger
- Leading and developing worship in a beautiful historic church dating back to 1304
In exchange for working part-time (Four days per week plus Sunday morning services) you will receive housing and 60% of a stipend. Accommodation is offered in a spacious four-bedroom, detached Rectory just a few minutes walk from the church.
This post is open to women and to men, and we will particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups. Applicants are required to submit relevant safeguarding training certificates with their applications. The Diocese of Chester is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We will not shortlist candidates unless they can provide an assurance of up-to-date safeguarding training and a valid DBS check for their current post. Candidates are required to submit relevant training certificates with their applications. An Enhanced DBS Disclosure will be required for the successful candidate.
Closing date: Monday 28th September 2026
Shortlisting: Thursday 1st October 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 20th October 2026
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