Full time (35 hours): Fixed term to 31 December 2026
Salary: £40-42k
Change management in a changing diocese
We’re looking for somebody with
- knowledge and experience of change processes
- a solid understanding of Anglican church life
- the ability to work productively with local church congregations
who can help the Archdeacons by
- getting involved on their behalf in the detail of Minster Community conversations
- working alongside existing diocesan support for local congregations in relation to their church buildings
- making sure safeguarding policy and procedures are embedded as Minster Communities are formed.
If you can quickly get to grips with church laws and processes and see how they can be productively applied in local situations, as well as offering a calm and supportive presence in challenging conversations, then we’d love to hear from you.
To arrange an informal conversation with Claire Wood please contact Paige Bradshaw-Jones on 01162615309.
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We encourage applications from United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (UKME) candidates, who are currently under-represented in the organization. Applications for a part-time role will be considered.
The Diocese of Leicester, part of the Church of England, is committed to the safeguarding, care and nurture of everyone within our church community. We follow the Church of England's Safeguarding Policies and the relevant statutory legislation and guidance. We believe that safeguarding is everybody’s business.
Closing date: 3 August 2025
Interview date: 14 August 2025
(It may be possible to provide an alternative date for candidates with pre-booked holidays that clash with this date.)
Apply via the Pathways recruitment website.
There is an occupational requirement that the postholder is a Christian. This post is subject to a Basic DBS Clearance.