Clergy
Plympton St Mary and Plympton St Maurice: Interim Priest in Charge (3 Year Post)
Closing date for applications: 11:59pm on 12th February 2026
Interview date: 26th & 27th February 2026
INTERIM PRIEST IN CHARGE (3 YEAR POST)
We are seeking a full-time interim stipendiary priest who:
- Is a community minded visionary leader able to share faith effectively
- Is prayerful and mature in faith
- Is inclusive and relational, who can collaboratively build teams
- Is happy to work with children, families and schools
- Is comfortable engaging people from a variety of backgrounds
- Is comfortable engaging both churches in generosity and giving
- Is competent in conducting creative flexible worship
We pray for a Priest in Charge with a heart for mission in Plympton. The two parishes span a large area to the east of Plymouth encompassing communities with differing identities. We have a strong team to support you, including a Team Vicar, SSOM, PTOs, full PCCs and lay leaders, including LLMs and a Team Administrator. The vicarage is well-positioned offering four bedrooms and comfortable living space.
Please contact the Ven Jane Bakker, Archdeacon of Plymouth on 01752 858382 or ADP@exeter.anglican.org
The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We aim to be a diverse and truly representative diocese, and we particularly welcome applications from women and from people of Global Majority Heritage.
Burghley House Guides
About Burghley Estate and the Role
The Burghley Estate is a diverse business centred in the town of Stamford, Lincolnshire. The Estate extends to 12,000 acres, with a significant property portfolio, as well as an in-hand farm, sporting interests, an extensive events calendar, forestry enterprise and hospitality businesses. At the heart of the Estate is Burghley House, a Grade I listed Elizabethan stately home set within 1,500 acres of historic parkland.
We are looking for two people who have a passion for history to join our team as Burghley House Guides for the 2026 season working predominantly on weekends.
Key responsibilities
- Work as part of the team of guides welcoming visitors to Burghley House
- Share knowledge of the House’s history
- Answer visitor questions with enthusiasm and accuracy
About you
- A passion for history
- Good communication skills
- An ability to adapt to different audiences
- Willingness to learn and retain detailed historical information about the House
- Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings for events
Candidates will need to
- Be part of a dedicated and friendly team passionate about heritage
- Be willing to work around 6 weekend days a month, plus the opportunity to pick up sickness cover
- Available to work between 10am and 4.30pm
- Presentable, friendly and informative
To apply
Please email your CV and covering letter to recruitment@burghley.co.uk by Friday 30 January 2026.
We are looking for a passionate individual to join our team and embrace ouridentity of being ‘one family with two homes’ as we share ministry across our two buildings and the benefits this offers.
Full application pack available on request. For an application pack or an informal conversation please contact gemma@coveparish.church. This is a full-time post but we are open to considering part-time for the right candidate.
Qualifications:
A degree (in any subject) or an additional 3 years’ experience leading Youth,Children or Families work.
A theological or teaching qualification at degree level or higher (Desirable)
Skills:
IT Skills, proficiency in MS Office
Social media awareness and ability to use in ministry
Ability to communicate to a wider variety of audience types in a wide variety ofcontexts.
Being comfortable and confident to communicate with all ages including parents and grandparents.
A Full clean driving licence (Desirable)
Experience in PA and ProPresenter (Desirable)
First aid and food hygiene qualifications (Desirable)
Knowledge:
Thorough understanding of safeguarding policy and its application in a parish context.
A Thorough knowledge of the Bible, with the ability to communicate nuanced ideas.
Knowledge of issues particular to young people and families at the moment (Desirable).
Experience:
2-5 years’ experience leading youth, children or families ministry
A track record of successful team building, team recruitment and people management.
Leadership of growing youth/children/family ministry (Desirable)
Other:
It is a genuine occupational requirement to be a christian and to worship, or be prepared to, at Cove Parish.
A baptised member of a church.
A Self-motivated team player, able to inspire others
Flexible and innovative., adapting to change.
Should be willing to undertake a DBS check, at an enhanced plus level
Application Deadline: 12 noon 26th January 2026
Interviews: 4th February 2026363349
Cove Parish
We are a thriving church family with a heart to reach out to our wider community, demonstrating gracious generosity, and whole life worship whilst reflecting Jesus, inspiring hope and loving joyfully. Cove in Farnborough, North Hampshire is geographically and numerically a large, diverse, parish with 8, soon to be 9 schools, expensive housing developments together with estates with a high amount of social housing. We are a 5 minute drive from Farnborough town centre with shops, restaurants and a cinema and the parish is blessed with large green spaces, wooded areas and several country parks.
We are one family and are privileged to have two church buildings (a smaller Victorian church and a more flexible building). Our two churches and parish are hives of activity all week hosting many outreach missional initiatives; Bumps and Babies and Little Fishes welcome and support new and young families. Open Door, Meeting Point, both Footprints cafes, and Cove Community lunch are a haven for those struggling with loneliness, the cold and hunger. With courageous faith we recently took over Farnborough Foodbank recognising the need within our town as it supports over 100 families every month. We regularly holds assemblies in schools, often accompanied by the Open the Book team. In turn the schools visit our church buildings for Christmas and Easter services, pay tribute on Remembrance Sunday as well as take part in our creative outreach initiatives like the Christmas Journey and Easter Workshops.
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Overview
Overview
We are seeking to build a talent pool of highly experienced music practitioners and educators to join LIPA as Visiting Professionals across a range of music specialities. These roles support the delivery of teaching, learning and assessment across undergraduate and postgraduate provision and contribute to a dynamic, inclusive and industry-informed learning environment.
Visiting Professionals at LIPA bring current professional practice into the classroom, studio and rehearsal space, supporting students to develop creative, critical and professional skills aligned with contemporary music industries.
Please see the attached job advert for further information about the role and the specialisms we are looking for.
How to Apply
Please submit a professional CV including professional experience and areas of specialism to recruit@lipa.ac.uk by Friday 27 th February 2026.
Join Our Open Day
We will be holding an open day for Music VP’s who are interested in working at LIPA on Friday 17th April 2026 from 1pm-4.30pm. This is an opportunity to meet music staff, discuss opportunities to work at LIPA as a Visiting Professional and have a tour of our facilities. The Open Day will be held on site at the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA), Mount St, Liverpool, L1 9HF. If you would like to attend, please email Jamee Catterall, HR Administrator with your full professional CV to reserve your place (j.catterall@lipa.ac.uk) by 31st March 2026.
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities
As an equal opportunity’s employer, LIPA is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We are committed to working together to create an inclusive environment that offers equitable opportunities for all, pursuing our vision to be a leading vocational training institution.
As part of our Strategic Plan for 2023-2026 we are seeking to increase the diversity within our community and would particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups, people with disabilities and those identifying as female, non-binary or transgender.
LIPA - a registered charity No. 1001565.
Job Title: Administration Volunteer- Fundraising (In Memory)
Location: Hospice, Purbrook
Hours: Days and times are flexible and can be agreed to suit both the volunteer and the team
DBS check required? Yes
Description
Administration Volunteer- Fundraising (In-Memory)
The Fundraising Administration Volunteer plays an important role in supporting families who are fundraising in memory of a loved one. The role provides administrative support for in-memory fundraising, including funeral collections, tribute pages, donation processing and supporter care, helping to ensure families feel supported, thanked and valued during a sensitive time.
We are seeking an individual who ideally has some charity sector experience in particular supporting people who are bereaved. You must have good administrative skills and confident using IT, including Word and Excel. This role requires strong attention to detail and someone who is comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information.
Full induction will be provided as well as training on our Donorflex database.
If interested please complete our online application form.
If you require more information please look at the Job Description or if you require to discuss further please contact Alexis Trowbridge on 02392 250001 ext 259
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Marketing & Communications Volunteer
About
Location: The Hub @ Greenford LibraryReports to: Hub Manager
: 3-4 hours a week (mainly remote)
Time Commitment
Time Commitment
Ongoing / Fixed Term
Duration:
Duration:
: Volunteer (Unpaid)
Type
Type
The Hub @ Greenford Library is an exciting new project run by the Young Ealing Foundation. We are creating a vibrant, inclusive, and multi-functional space which will operate not only as a community library but also provide a wide range of other opportunities and services for the community. We are looking for a marketing and communications enthusiast to help us to get the message out as widely as possible about the project.
Vacancies
Marketing & Communications Volunteer
About
Location: The Hub @ Greenford LibraryReports to: Hub Manager
: 3-4 hours a week (mainly remote)
Time Commitment
Time Commitment
Ongoing / Fixed Term
Duration:
Duration:
: Volunteer (Unpaid)
Type
Type
The Hub @ Greenford Library is an exciting new project run by the Young Ealing Foundation. We are creating a vibrant, inclusive, and multi-functional space which will operate not only as a community library but also provide a wide range of other opportunities and services for the community. We are looking for a marketing and communications enthusiast to help us to get the message out as widely as possible about the project.
Senior Project Consultant (Estates Strategy & Asset Management)
Full time | Eric Wright Group Head Office (Preston)
Our business is truly special; part of the Eric Wright Group, and wholly owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose. Forward thinking and people focussed, we retain our traditional values and are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference every day. Our business would not be the business it is today without its people, we strive to develop and nurture talent, provide a positive healthy environment empowering our people to be the best they can be.
What You’ll Do
You will play a senior role within the consultancy team, leading key projects that provide strategic healthcare estates advice, robust business cases, and effective programme and project management solutions. Working alongside local NHS systems and wider public sector partners, you will help shape estates strategies that support long-term service delivery and community needs.
Your main responsibilities will be:
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Lead and deliver projects, managing budgets, programmes, and commercial performance
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Act as lead consultant and main client contact on strategic estates and capital projects
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Develop new opportunities in line with the business plan
-
Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external advisors
-
Ensure strong project governance, reporting, and risk management
-
Build and maintain trusted client and stakeholder relationships
-
Represent the business professionally at meetings and events
-
Champion high-quality delivery and client satisfaction
-
Comply with company policies and support business growth
What You’ll Bring
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Degree-qualified or 5+ years’ relevant asset management experience
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Strong knowledge of LIFT / PFI and public-sector environments
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Experience working across health, social care, education, or wider public sector
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Proven ability to manage competing priorities and lead teams to tight deadlines
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Confident, resilient communicator able to engage and influence senior stakeholders
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to work independently
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Excellent communication, facilitation, and decision-making skills
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Highly organised with strong attention to detail and time management
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Confident user of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Adaptable, with the ability to learn new systems and ways of working
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Full UK driving licence and access to own transport
Desirable
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Experience preparing estates strategies and business cases (HM Treasury Green Book)
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Better Business Cases qualification
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QS experience or qualifications
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Membership of a relevant professional body (or working towards)
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Understanding of national healthcare policy and service planning
Our Values
At the heart of everything we do are four core values:
- Integrity– We’re transpare...
Senior Project Consultant (Estates Strategy & Asset Management)
Full time | Eric Wright Group Head Office (Preston)
Our business is truly special; part of the Eric Wright Group, and wholly owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose. Forward thinking and people focussed, we retain our traditional values and are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference every day. Our business would not be the business it is today without its people, we strive to develop and nurture talent, provide a positive healthy environment empowering our people to be the best they can be.
What You’ll Do
You will play a senior role within the consultancy team, leading key projects that provide strategic healthcare estates advice, robust business cases, and effective programme and project management solutions. Working alongside local NHS systems and wider public sector partners, you will help shape estates strategies that support long-term service delivery and community needs.
Your main responsibilities will be:
-
Lead and deliver projects, managing budgets, programmes, and commercial performance
-
Act as lead consultant and main client contact on strategic estates and capital projects
-
Develop new opportunities in line with the business plan
-
Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external advisors
-
Ensure strong project governance, reporting, and risk management
-
Build and maintain trusted client and stakeholder relationships
-
Represent the business professionally at meetings and events
-
Champion high-quality delivery and client satisfaction
-
Comply with company policies and support business growth
What You’ll Bring
-
Degree-qualified or 5+ years’ relevant asset management experience
-
Strong knowledge of LIFT / PFI and public-sector environments
-
Experience working across health, social care, education, or wider public sector
-
Proven ability to manage competing priorities and lead teams to tight deadlines
-
Confident, resilient communicator able to engage and influence senior stakeholders
-
Strong leadership skills with the ability to work independently
-
Excellent communication, facilitation, and decision-making skills
-
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and time management
-
Confident user of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
-
Adaptable, with the ability to learn new systems and ways of working
-
Full UK driving licence and access to own transport
Desirable
-
Experience preparing estates strategies and business cases (HM Treasury Green Book)
-
Better Business Cases qualification
-
QS experience or qualifications
-
Membership of a relevant professional body (or working towards)
-
Understanding of national healthcare policy and service planning
Our Values
At the heart of everything we do are four core values:
- Integrity– We’re transpare...
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Library Volunteer
About
Do you want to help ensure a welcoming, inclusive and efficient environment? Then why not consider becoming a Library Volunteer? Volunteers play a vital role in maintaining services, promoting literacy, and fostering community engagement.
Location: The Hub @ Greenford LibraryReports to: Team Leader / Hub Manager
: Minimum 2 shifts per month, 2.5 hours per shift
Time Commitment
Time Commitment
: Ongoing / Fixed Term
Duration
Duration
: Volunteer (Unpaid)
Type
Type
Role Purpose:
To support the day-to-day operations of the community-managed library, helping ensure a welcoming, inclusive, and efficient environment for library users. Volunteers play a vital role in maintaining services, promoting literacy, and fostering community engagement.
Vacancies
Library Volunteer
About
Do you want to help ensure a welcoming, inclusive and efficient environment? Then why not consider becoming a Library Volunteer? Volunteers play a vital role in maintaining services, promoting literacy, and fostering community engagement.
Location: The Hub @ Greenford LibraryReports to: Team Leader / Hub Manager
: Minimum 2 shifts per month, 2.5 hours per shift
Time Commitment
Time Commitment
: Ongoing / Fixed Term
Duration
Duration
: Volunteer (Unpaid)
Type
Type
Role Purpose:
To support the day-to-day operations of the community-managed library, helping ensure a welcoming, inclusive, and efficient environment for library users. Volunteers play a vital role in maintaining services, promoting literacy, and fostering community engagement.