RECRUITMENT ADVERT
JOB TITLE: ASSOCIATE PASTOR
APPLICATION DEADLINE WEDNESDAY 20TH MAY 2026, 1PM

The PCC are looking to appoint an associate pastor
to supplement and support the ministry of the incumbent
and to serve within the life and mission of our church.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a conservative evangelical Anglican church and
play a key role in growing our discipleship, evangelism, youth work and pastoral care.

We are seeking someone:
• Who will help us to develop and grow in our discipleship and evangelism.
• With theological and pastoral training (preferably at degree level)
• Who holds to a conservative evangelical Anglican theology and is supportive of our complementarian convictions
regarding the equal but different roles of men and women in family and church.
• Who has proven abilities in pastoral, Sunday and midweek teaching and leading.
• Who can lead the thriving Friday evening 421 youth group for 11-18 year olds.
• Who is able to lead one or two other areas of church life according to his spiritual gifting.

The post is one day short of full time, working five days a week instead of six. The salary is comparable (pro rata) to an ordained Church of England minister’s stipend. Accommodation is not provided so an additional housing allowance is included within the overall remuneration package. The PCC will match pension contributions made by you, up to a maximum of 5% payable into a pension scheme of your choice. The post does not include contributions into the Church of England clergy pension scheme.

The appointment is for a fixed term of three years,
subject to a six-month probationary period. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

The Church of England is committed to promoting a safe environment and culture for children, young people and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be expected to work in accordance with the Church of England’s safeguarding policies and to attend all required safeguarding training. The post is subject to the satisfactory completion of the safer recruiting process including an enhanced level DBS check. A criminal record is not necessarily a bar to employment. Further details can be found in our policy statement on the Recruitment of ex-offenders.

The application pack including the recruitment document and application form can be requested from Karen van den Broek at the church office office@fordhamchurch.org.uk 01206 243261

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 20th May 2026, 1pm
Interview date: Wednesday 27th May 2026