- To lead the seven Meon Valley parishes in developing a collaborative and innovative approach to mission and ministry, building on the existing patterns of shared working in the current benefices.
- To lead and nurture the new team of recently appointed stipendiary and self-supporting ministers to deliver locally focussed ministry.
- To support and empower the continuing development of lay leadership within the parishes.
- To provide leadership for the ministry team and ensure the provision of appropriate support (including training).
- To ensure delegated parish compliance with appropriate regulatory requirements, including safeguarding.
- To promote engagement with schools and young people.
- To recognise and nurture the individuality of local congregations and communities.
- Enthusiastic with a strong personal faith and prayer life.
- A collaborative team player who can nurture, motivate, and develop others.
- Someone who embraces a breadth of styles of services across traditions.
- An experienced Minister and effective communicator.
- An inspirational leader who has sensitivity, respect and who can connect and engage with all in the community.
- Motivated to ensure a visible community presence in the parishes and foster inter-community relationships.
- Resilient with a sense of humour.
- Commitment to their own spiritual and professional development
- Closing date: October 17th, 2025
- Interviews: November 4th & 5th, 2025
Interim Priest-in-Charge, Meon Valley Parishes
The seven parishes of the beautiful Meon Valley, including the new worshipping community, ‘Barn Church’, are working collaboratively to devise a new ministry framework. We are looking for a prayerful, strategic and innovative priest to lead our team of focal ministers and committed lay people, as we discern how God is calling us to embody and proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Purpose of the post
Person Specification
If you would like to have an informal dicussion about this role, please contact Ven Kathryn Percival, Archdeacon of the Meon.
The Diocese of Portsmouth is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of United Kingdom Minority Ethnic/Global Majority Heritage, women and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation. The appointment will of course be based on merit alone. Enhanced DBS will be required.