Priest in Charge Parish of Reculver

Priest in Charge of The Parish of Reculver

The Bishop of Dover is seeking a Priest in Charge (full time) for the United Parish of Reculver. We are a large parish with 3 churches located in Reculver, Herne Bay and Hoath.

We look forward to welcoming a priest who:

• Will lead us and share in our praise and prayer to Almighty God
• Will guide us and travel alongside us as we walk in the Way of Jesus Christ
• Will help us open our eyes and ears to the prompting of the Holy Spirit in every aspect of our inclusive mission, ministry and witness
• Will share our and our communities’ lives, in joy and pain and sorrow and loss, in love and delight
• Will listen and laugh and celebrate with us

We offer on our part:

• Minds open and eager to learn more about the wonders and glory of God
• Hearts open to deepen our fellowship in Christ with each other and our neighbours
• Hands willing to build together the kingdom of God’s grace, forgiveness and welcome, in loving and costly service and stewardship of His creation
• Voices ready to proclaim the Word and works of God

Closing Date: 12 October 2026

Interview Date: 10 November 2026

Full details can be found in the parish profile. For an initial informal discussion please feel free to contact the Archdeacon of Canterbury, the Venerable Dr Will Adam, via Caroline Hemington ; chemington)

The priest appointed to this role must have been ordained in the Church of England or a church in communion with it and must have successfully completed a training post with the appropriate sign-offs required to apply for an incumbency or other ordained role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as this post does not currently qualify for visa sponsorship.

The priest appointed will serve as an office holder under Common Tenure, and the Ecclesiastical Offices (Terms of Service) Regulations will apply.