We’re a thriving parish in the UPA estates of the City of Stoke on Trent with an open-evangelical tradition, open to the gifts of the Spirit. We’re looking for a new Team Rector who will work with our team to:

• sustain and grow the existing worshipping communities
• train & empower people to play their part in the life of Christ’s church
• keep our evangelistic outlook and reach new generations
• contribute to the transformation of our community

Could God be calling you to this role?

If you:

• have a passion for the Gospel,
• a desire to see lives transformed,
• are willing to roll up your sleeves in a large UPA,
• are a strong leader with a good sense of humour,
• love ministering within a team amongst all kinds of people,

then please do prayerfully consider whether you’re called to come and work with us!

Enquiries: please contact Andy Wooding Jones from CPAS  or the Bishop of Stafford’s Office

All applicants should normally have 3 years experience in the Church of England or another Anglican church in the British Isles.

Closing date: 10 October 2025
Interviews: 28 October 2025

To apply, please complete the following documents and return them to the Bishop of Stafford

Please complete the recruitment monitoring form - the information will not be used as part of the selection process and will enable the diocese to monitor the diversity of applicants.