Rector, Ightham and Wrotham
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Job Title:
Rector, Ightham and Wrotham
Position type:
Clergy post
Parish Name:
Ightham and Wrotham ( two parish benefice)
Area:
Tonbridge Archdeaconry
Work Terms:
Full-time
Applications Deadline:
02/11/2025
Interview Date:
TBC
Other Information:
Gathering in Community – Growing in Christ – Going in Service
We are a thriving 2-parish benefice looking for an inspiring and mission-minded person, excited to work with and serve the whole community, and shape the future of our benefice.
We are seeking someone who will continue to nurture the strong relationships with our communities and local schools. Our Breakfast@Church is attracting new worshippers of all-ages and we are keen to explore new ways to grow our congregations.
Please read our profile for more details on the Benefice and the Rector we are praying will join us.
We warmly invite applications to join our lively Benefice as we seek to reflect Christ’s love in our neighbouring parishes nestled at the foot of the beautiful North Downs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in our beautiful, vibrant communities.
Here’s what we offer:
- Parishes with good facilities, strong networks and excellent community spirit
- Friendly and engaged congregations offering practical support and prayer
- A Benefice that values your personal well-being and professional development
- A Benefice Administrator and dedicated teams of volunteers
- A Joint Standing Committee open to change as we evolve and grow
The Rectory is a 4-bedroomed property with spacious garden, garage and off street parking in the village of Wrotham, with good local amenities and easy access to London.
If you wish for an informal chat with Associate Archdeacon Rev Wil North before applying, please email the EA to the Archdeacon : sal.hamlyn@rochester.anglican.org
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Vicar, St Matthew, High Brooms
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Job Title:
Vicar, St Matthew, High Brooms
Position type:
Clergy post
Parish Name:
St Matthew, High Brooms
Area:
Tonmbridge Archdeaconry
Applications Deadline:
01/02/2026
Interview Date:
03/03/2026
Other Information:
St Matt’s is a lively and welcoming evangelical church in the centre of High Brooms, Tunbridge Wells. We are a diverse congregation, with a vision to grow spiritually, grow in number, and grow in community outreach. We are an active church with a contemporary and informal style of worship, a committed team of lay leaders, and a desire for everyone to be included.
We are prayerfully looking for a vicar who:
- Leads with integrity and is able to get alongside all kinds of people
- Demonstrates grace, wisdom, and sensitivity in leading a diverse congregation
- Is committed to evangelism, and is able to nurture and encourage people in discipleship through prayer, teaching, and example
- Works collaboratively, looks to develop gifts in others, and is open to the leading of the Holy Spirit
- Has a heart for community outreach, and will inspire and equip us to reach out beyond our walls
Could this be you?
Visit www.cpas.org.uk/jobs-ministry for an application pack or contact Harnett Dias (patronage@cpas.org.uk)
This post is subject to enhanced disclosure from the DBS
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Vicar, Benefice of Lamberhurst and Matfield
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Job Title:
Vicar, Benefice of Lamberhurst and Matfield
Position type:
Clergy post
Parish Name:
Benefice of Lamberhurst and Matfield
Area:
Tonbridge Archdeaconry
Work Terms:
Full-time
Applications Deadline:
25/01/2026
Interview Date:
25/02/2026
Other Information:
We prayerfully seek a warm and inspiring leader to journey with us in faith, mission and everyday village life.
ABOUT OUR PARISH AND CHURCH
Two welcoming Christian communities eager to grow, united for over 40 years, committed to deepening our relationship with God and our communities
"We seek to be Christ-focused and united, praying all can feel welcomed and loved"
"We seek to share God's love through daily life, developing links with non church bodies and local businesses"
"We share resources and work closely with neighbouring churches of all denomination to build God's Kingdom"
Lamberhurst is in attractive undulating countryside in the south of Kent with a parish population of 1,636. The grade 1 listed church has modern facilities and a separate chapel allowing for youth or other activities to take place.
Matfield is a vibrant and friendly semi rural village in the Weald of Kent with a population in region of 1000. Matfield Church is grade II listed, situated a mile outside the village.
The Vicarage: 6 bedroom modern detached family house in quiet location 5 minutes from Lamberhurst village centre. The house is surrounded by a walled garden and has a double garage.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE is someone who will:
- Keep Jesus at the centre of their life and ministry, sharing bible based teaching to help us grow in faith and understanding
- Bring a passion for mission, helping us explore and live out God’s vision in our communities
- Support and encourage pastoral care as together we care for people of all ages and backgrounds
- Help us discover and develop our gifts, so we can live out our faith in every day life
- Help us grow our families and youth work, and continue building strong relationships with our local schools
Any queries, or to arrange an informal chat with Archdeacon Nick Cornell about this vacancy, please email EA to the Archdeacon, Sal Hamlyn: sal.hamlyn@rochester.anglican.org
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Associate Rector, St Nicholas Sevenoaks
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Job Title:
Associate Rector, St Nicholas Sevenoaks
Position type:
Clergy post
Parish Name:
St Nicholas Sevenoaks
Area:
Tonbridge Archdeaconry
Work Terms:
Full-time
Applications Deadline:
05/02/2026
Interview Date:
03/03/2026
Other Information:
St Nicholas Sevenoaks seeks to appoint a full time Associate Rector to join the team to lead the StNics@eleven congregation.
About our Church and Parish
St Nicholas Church is a vibrant, conservative, evangelical Anglican church with a lively Christian community in Sevenoaks, Kent.
The Church is Grade II listed with offices in the church building for ministry support staff, as well as an undercroft providing a good size venue for church and community use.
Sevenoaks has a number of excellent primary and secondary schools, with a busy high street including an outstanding bookshop, cinema, doctors surgery, library and leisure centre. At the heart of Sevenoaks is Knole Park, the 1,000 acre deer park. Sevenoaks has easy access to London.
Accommodation: suitable accommodation will be provided.
We are seeking someone who is committed to faithful Bible teaching, passionate about mission and outreach and with a desire and ability to disciple and develop those in the church family.
Please see our Job Description and Parish Profile for full details on all the lively and attractive position offers.
For an informal conversation with the Rector, Angus MacLeay, prior to application, please email the Rector's PA in the first instance: RectorsPA@stnicholas-sevenoaks.org
The Archdeacon of Tonbridge Ven Nick Cornell can also be contacted about this position via his EA Sal Hamlyn: sal.hamlyn@rochester.anglican.org
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Associate Vicar for St John,Tunbridge Wells
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Job Title:
Associate Vicar for St John,Tunbridge Wells
Position type:
Clergy post
Parish Name:
St John,Tunbridge Wells
Area:
Tonbridge Archdeaconry
Work Terms:
Full-time
Applications Deadline:
26/02/2026
Interview Date:
25/03/2026
Other Information:
We are looking for a godly, Christ-dependent man to support the Vicar in the preaching and leadership of the church. A key part of the role is leading the training strategy to equip church members in their ministry and overseeing a number of ministry areas.
We are a church family of 520 (380 adults) and offer a warm welcome to those who want to join us on Sundays and mid-week. We are supported by a team of full and part time staff.
St John’s Tunbridge Wells is a complementarian conservative evangelical church in the Church of England.
This is a senior full-time appointment with incumbent-level stipend & house.
Applicants should be available to commence the role in September 2026, must have right to work in the UK, and will need an enhanced DBS check.
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