Team Rector Lonsdale

Are you called to lead, inspire, and shape the future of a vibrant rural mission community?

We are seeking a visionary Team Rector to join us in South Cumbria-Yorkshire Dales; someone who will nurture faith, deepen relationships, and help us grow in purpose and impact.

• Build on our strong and valued ecumenical partnerships
• Champion and develop our thriving family-focused initiatives
• Strengthen our deep connections with local schools and the wider community
• Guide us in becoming an even more outward-looking, mission-shaped church

• A warm, supportive, and collaborative team of lay and ordained colleagues
• A beautiful market town setting between the Lakes and the Yorkshire Dales, with excellent transport links via the M6 and the West Coast Main Line at Oxenholme
• A newly provided home for the incumbent
• Access to well-regarded local primary and secondary schools

This is a full-time stipendiary post (£34,950 as at April 2026)

1 st November 2026 Midnight

Carlisle Diocese is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.