Interim Oversight Minister – Malmesbury Abbey & Upper Avon Group
Interim Oversight Minister – Malmesbury Abbey & Upper Avon Group
Two‑year interim post • Diocese of Bristol
Malmesbury Abbey is a place where ancient Benedictine heritage meets a lively, outward‑facing ministry. Set in a thriving Cotswold market town and welcoming over 60,000 visitors a year, the Abbey sits at the heart of a benefice that includes the rural churches of Brokenborough, Corston and Rodbourne.
With the forthcoming retirement of the Revd Oliver Ross, we are seeking a priest who can offer steady, collaborative leadership through a pivotal transition. This is a unique opportunity to guide a significant church and its neighbouring parishes as they discern vision, deepen discipleship and prepare for their next incumbent.
We’re looking for a priest who:
- Leads with warmth and clarity
- Nurtures teams and releases gifts in others
- Preaches and leads worship across a range of styles
- Holds governance, safeguarding and mission together with grace
We offer:
- A remarkable Abbey with national profile
- Strong lay leadership and supportive clergy colleagues
- A benefice ready for renewed confidence and outward‑looking mission
- Full diocesan support, coaching and wellbeing provision
If you sense a call to guide a hopeful, committed community through a season of change, we would love to hear from you.
Enquiries to The Ven Christopher Bryan, Archdeacon of Malmesbury christopher.bryan@bristoldiocese.org
Closing date: 13 May
Familiarisation & Interview: 15 & 16 June
To apply please visit
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The Diocese of Bristol is committed to being a fair, respectful, and inclusive organisation. We believe that diversity enriches us and are dedicated to the promotion of equality where all are able flourish. Disabled people and those of global majority heritage are currently under-represented in our Diocese so we welcome applications from clergy in these groups.
The Diocese of Bristol is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment.
All appointments are subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check