Associate Minister St Andrew’s and Townfield, Bebington

Full-Time Associate Minister

St Andrew’s and Townfield, Bebington:
Associate Minister for the Parish, and Minister for Townfield Church

This Associate Minister post, open to ordained men and women, is an Incumbent-status post, similar to that of many Team Vicar roles. It carries a large degree of autonomy, but with the support of a wider team. The role combines responsibility for the day-to-day running and leadership of Townfield Church, with shared ministry across the parish under the leadership of the Rector.

We are a two-church evangelical parish in a suburban area of the Wirral. St Andrew’s is an ancient church, dating back over 900 years, with a long evangelical history. Townfield is our most recent church plant, having started in 1992 in the church school. It is now an established church in its own right, serving the school community and nearby area whilst remaining a part of the parish, and operating in close partnership with St Andrew’s Church.

We are seeking a minister who:

• has a love for Jesus and for people
• is a gifted and flexible Bible teacher and preacher
• is committed to personal and corporate prayer
• has a passion for reaching the lost and nurturing the Christian faith
• is a collaborative team player
• models grace and truth in life, ministry and leadership

The post is fixed for the maximum legally permissible 5-year term, which will be renewable. Funding for this post is secure.

Closing date: 8 February 2026

Interviews: 6 March 2026

You are very welcome to contact the Rector, the Revd David Vestergaard, for an informal conversation on dav or .

Please complete the application form below and send it to:

The Ven Dr Michael Gilbertson, Archdeacon of Chester michael.gilbertsonlican.org

• The Diocese of Chester is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• An Enhanced DBS Disclosure will be required for the successful candidate.
• Applicants are required to submit relevant training certificates with their applications. They will not be shortlisted unless they can provide an assurance of up-to-date safeguarding training and a valid DBS check for their current post.

• We will particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

The Diocese of Chester is in the province of York in the Church of England, part of the global Anglican Communion. For more information about our life, ministry and work please visit our website (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org