Team Vicar for the The Benefice of Kent Downs & Malling Team
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Job Title:
Team Vicar for the The Benefice of Kent Downs & Malling Team
Position type:
Clergy post
Parish Name:
The Benefice of Kent Downs & Malling
Area:
Tonbridge Archdeaconry
Work Terms:
Full-time
Applications Deadline:
10/12/2025
Interview Date:
28/01/2026
Other Information:
Join us in shaping the future of our Team Ministry!
We are looking for a Team Vicar to partner with our Team Rector in leading a vibrant and evolving Benefice. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact across our churches and communities.
Together we will:
- develop and strengthen the spiritual life of our congregations, nurturing faith and fostering growth
- celebrate and support the unique character of each church while building unity and shared purpose
- encourage and shape an evolving Team, developing strategic priorities across the Benefice
- lead with compassion and wisdom, equipping others for ministry
- be imaginative and creative in mission and community engagement
- thrive in, and manage, a complex context
Step into a role where you’ll be welcomed, supported and inspired, and encouraged to shape the role according to your particular giftings and passions.
In return we offer:
- collaborative parishes eager to work together, embrace fresh ideas and support new ministries
- growing and fruitful engagement with families, children and young people
- a beautiful location with good facilities and excellent community spirit
- administrative support and committed ministry teams
- a spacious five bedroom Vicarage located just off the High Street in West Malling
Are you interested in embracing a role full of possibility, challenge and joy - we’d love to hear from you!
If you wish for an informal chat with the Associate Archdeacon, Nick Cornell, prior to application, please email Executive Assistant, Sal Hamlyn in the first instance on sal.hamlyn@rochester.anglican.org
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