Priest in Charge

Priest in Charge for New Benefice in South Somerset

Our newly formed benefice of five rural parishes in South Somerset is looking for a Priest in charge to lead us in this new and exciting phase.

We can offer you:

• A friendly team of experienced lay worship leaders
• Excellent links with our local schools and the excitement of ‘Bubble Church’
• A supportive community with lots of groups and activities
• Administrative support from a paid Benefice Administrator
• A spacious home in beautiful rural Somerset with good transport links

We are prayerfully looking for someone who:

• Is a confident leader and enabler with good communication skills
• Has a personal, prayerful biblical faith and a love for people of all ages
• Is adaptable and flexible
• Enjoys challenges and has a sense of humour

Closing date for applications: 12pm Thursday 16th October 2025
Visits and interviews: Tuesday 4th and Wednesday 5th November 2025

Full details and an application pack from the PA to the
Archdeacon of Wells
T: 01749 685147 • E: [email protected]

An enhanced DBS disclosure is required