Thursday, 1 October 2026

Assistant Diocesan Director of Ordinands (part time) and Team Vicar of Wickford & Runwell (half time)

Assistant Diocesan Director of Ordinands (part time) and Team Vicar of Wickford & Runwell (half time)
Closing date: 29 November 2026
Contact: Human Resources
Location: Chelmsford

Are you passionate about enabling people to explore God’s call to ordained ministry?

And are you an inspirational and collaborative Leader who can contribute to Christ’s mission in a thriving Essex community?

The Diocese of Chelmsford has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Diocesan Director of Ordinands (part-time) and benefice of Wickford and Runwell are seeking a half time Team Vicar to join a ministry team in an expanding town that is grasping significant opportunities to grow ministry among young people, creatives and seniors. We are connecting churches, connecting with individuals, with our community, and with God.

The total package for both the ADDO role and Team Vicar role will be equivalent to £34,950 per annum

Working hours: The post holder will be expected to hold the equivalent of a full-time clergy post, working up to 48 hours per week. It is expected that the role holder will split their time equally between the two roles taking into account the necessary demands for each role

We are looking for an exceptional candidate to be appointed to this dual role. For further details and to apply, please see the application form and job description.

For an informal conversation about the Team Vicar role, please contact The Venerable Dr Sue Lucas on 01245 982642.

The parish profile is linked here

For an informal conversation about how the appointments will be structured, please contact Revd Canon Rob Merchant rmerchant@chelmsford.anglican.org

For more information please see the job description, and to apply please complete the application form and confidential declaration form and return to jobs@chelmsford.anglican.org

Closing Date: 29 November 2026

Interview Date: 21 January 2027

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