Priest in Charge

Job title: Priest in Charge (full time)Location: St James the Great Dollar and St Paul, KinrossClosing Date: 30 January 2026Interviews: week beginning 23 February 2026

Who we are

This is an exciting opportunity for a full-time priest to live and serve in one of the most beautiful areas of Scotland. Our two congregations, St James the Great in Dollar and St Paul’s in Kinross, are located just 12 miles apart. Both are warm, welcoming and supportive communities, open to new ideas and eager to grow under inspired and caring leadership.

What we need

We seek a Priest in Charge committed to developing their Christian faith and spiritual leadership in this newly linked charge. They will have skills and personal qualities which enable them to lead our two congregations, encouraging those already on their journey of faith and welcoming those seeking a spiritual home. We are seeking someone of strong faith, committed to sharing the Gospel and living out Christian values in everyday life. They will be ready to become an active presence within both communities, guiding and inspiring us as we work together toward our shared vision of becoming self-sustaining, thriving communities of faith.

Next steps

Informal enquiries are welcome, please contact the Dean at dean@standrews.anglican.org

Church Profiles and Application Form are available at https://standrews.anglican.org/vacancies

Application together with CV should be sent by 30 January to: The Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld and Dunblane, at bishop@standrews.anglican.org or at Diocesan Office, 28a Balhousie Street, Perth, PH1 5HJ. 

Applicants must have Right to Remain and Right to Work in the UK. Appointment is subject to Scottish PVG (Safeguarding).