At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a welcoming church, nurture faith, and grow community connections.
- Company: St Peter & St Paul Aylesford, a vibrant and inclusive parish.
- Benefits: Supportive congregation, modern vicarage, and excellent transport links.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with strong lay leadership and exciting outreach programmes.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a diverse community and help others grow in faith.
- Qualifications: Priestly experience and a passion for community engagement.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Bishop of Rochester seeks to appoint a Rector (full time) for the Parish of St Peter & St Paul Aylesford. “A church united in wanting to grow in faith.”
Are you a priest who longs to nurture faith, grow community, and lead a welcoming church with deep roots and big hopes for the future? St Peter & St Paul, Aylesford, is prayerfully seeking a new priest to join us on our journey.
Set in the beautiful historic village of Aylesford on the River Medway, our church community is warm, friendly and diverse. We are a non‑shush church where all ages are welcome, where questions are encouraged, and where worship is both joyful and reverent.
Our Vision: We recognise the opportunities ahead of us: expanding housing, growing families, and a wider community in need of hope, connection, and faith. We seek a priest who will help us reach new people, nurture discipleship, and continue making our church a place where all can belong.
What we offer:
- A supportive, active congregation eager to grow in faith.
- Strong lay leadership including Readers, an Anna Chaplain, and an excellent Administrator.
- A spacious, modern 4-bedroom vicarage in the village, within minutes of church.
- A parish with excellent transport links, outstanding countryside, good schools, and a growing local population.
- A lively programme of worship, music, pastoral care, school links, and community events.
We are prayerfully seeking a Rector who will:
- Help us grow as disciples.
- Lead collaboratively, working with our dedicated lay ministers, PCC, and volunteers.
- Engage visibly in the community, building on outreach such as our Community Hub, Food Bank and Dementia Café.
- Value our heritage, while guiding us sensitively through change and growth.
- Support families and young people, nurturing our commitment to being an inclusive, intergenerational church.
Rector (Full Time) For The Parish Of St Peter & St Paul Aylesford employer: The Church of England
The Church of England in Liverpool is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment that values diversity and inclusivity. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth through diocesan training courses and the chance to make a meaningful impact within the community. With a strong commitment to nurturing vocations, this role provides a unique opportunity to engage with various church traditions and contribute to the spiritual development of lay ministry.
