Vicar | Kesgrave with Little Bealings & Playford

We are a town and two villages on the outskirts of the county town of Ipswich, only 10 miles from the stunning Suffolk coast, set amid attractive countryside and well connected by road and rail.

We are praying for someone who:

• Values what is already special in our churches, while helping us discern where God is calling us next.
• Has a commitment to growing younger through children's, youth, families, and community ministry.
• Is naturally collaborative, enabling, encouraging, and empowering others, trusting in how God equips His
• people.
• Will help us develop a benefice-wide vision, creating a genuine culture of welcome.
• Is an effective and engaging communicator, able to build positive relationships across congregations, partnerships, and the wider community.

We offer a spacious four-bedroomed vicarage, good admin support, and capable ministry team.

For an informal conversation please email: Archdeacon Rich 01473 252829 | 07710 479497

We are an equal opportunities employer and the DBF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

The care and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults involved in church activities is the responsibility of the whole church. Everyone who participates in the life of the church has a role to play in promoting a Safer Church for all.

Safeguarding is an integral part of the mission and ministry of the church in this diocese and is in line with our Growing in God strategy. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
Enhanced DBS check required.

Closing date: 20 May 2026
Interview date: 16/17 June 2026

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