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Could you help shape the spiritual life of a brand-new Cambridge community?
The Diocese of Ely is seeking a full-time, incumbent-level priest to pioneer Christian community in Cambridge East, the nationally significant new development emerging from the former Cambridge City Airport.
Working from the new Temporary Community Centre, you will:
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pioneer new forms of church, worship and community;
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live incarnationally within a rapidly developing neighbourhood;
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build relationships with residents, developers and community partners;
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work alongside St Andrew’s Cherry Hinton and All Saints, Teversham, rooted in the sacramental life of the parish;
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help shape the Diocese’s wider approach to mission and community development across Cambridge East.
You will be part of a supportive parish team – a pioneer, but not a lone ranger.
The post comes with a three-bedroom house plus study, within walking distance of the development, with funding to rent or purchase a home within Cambridge East in due course.
A rare opportunity to help shape a new community from the beginning –
and to discover what church might become in a new place.
Come and help shape Cambridge East.
Closing Date: 09:00hrs on Tuesday 10 November 2026
Interview Date: Monday 7 December 2026.
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Full-time, Incumbent-Level Priest in Cambridge employer: Ely Diocese
Ely Diocese is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values flexibility and personal growth. As a part-time Operations & Finance Lead, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across fifteen rural parishes while enjoying a tailored role that aligns with your skills. With a focus on community and collaboration, working from the Team Office in Papworth Everard provides a unique chance to contribute to the development of local ministries in a nurturing environment.
