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St Peter’s Church is praying for a new vicar who will join us in bringing the gospel of God’s love and redemption to the people of Parr, situated in the deanery of St Helens in the diocese of Liverpool.  St Helens lies mid-way between Liverpool and Manchester and is surrounded by two major roads – the A58 and the A580, along with the motorways M6, M62 and M57, giving good links to two international airports, several universities and teaching hospitals.

We are an evangelical church with an outreach ministry to people of all ages and stages in our low-income community.  Our regular activities include a toddler group, coffee mornings, free hot refreshments, and we have good links with local schools and care homes. 

Our beautifully re-ordered church building is a focal point for local heritage interest, as well as a flexible space.  Our worship is structured without being overly informal – we do, however, robe for communion and pastoral services.  

We are looking for a vicar who will:

• Work alongside us, to develop and direct the gifts of the whole congregation, and deepen our Christian discipleship; 
• Be a catalyst for our mission to the community, interested in people of all-ages, and able to nurture growth in our church.
• Offer pastoral ministry within the church family

We can offer you:

• A small team of dedicated church members who all play our part in the mission and ministry of our church;
• An ethos motivated by the compassion and love of Jesus where all are welcome, and where we go the extra mile to serve the needs of our community. 

This post is offered under Common Tenure EITHER as a House-for-Duty post with a four-bedroom vicarage provided, OR as a part-time 0.4 stipendiary post without housing provided at a stipend of £15,836, depending on the needs of the person appointed.

For an informal conversation, contact Archdeacon Simon Fisher: simon.fisher@liverpool.anglican.org

 

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We are seeking a Christ-centred, prayerful and Spirit-filled priest to become the next Vicar of Widnes St John and St Paul.

You will lead a welcoming, vibrant and missional church into its next season of growth, helping the whole church family to grow in discipleship, deepen its life of prayer and worship, and make Jesus known across the town.

We’re looking for:

• A prayerful, Bible-centred and Spirit-led leader with a deep love for Jesus
• A confident and collaborative pastor who is warm, approachable and encouraging
 • Someone with a clear heart for evangelism, discipleship and the mission of the local church
• A leader who is passionate about children, young people, families and young adults, while valuing every generation

We offer:

• A welcoming and caring church family with a shared vision for mission
• Committed lay leaders, volunteers and ministry teams
 • Two flexible and well-used church sites with strong community connections

Interested? Click the button below to apply.

The purpose of this role is to provide high-quality administrative support for Fit for Mission and the Diocese Investment programme (DIP), ensuring their smooth and efficient operation. 

Working closely with the projects delivery team, and diocese colleagues, you will help drive the programmes forward by organising meetings, maintaining records, managing communication, and assisting with financial and reporting tasks. Your attention to detail, organisational skills, and proactive approach will contribute to the Diocese of Liverpool’s vision for growth, justice, and a sustainable future for the Church of England in Liverpool.

You will work in St James’ House with the Fit for Mission delivery team, and the DIP Project Manager, and also interact with key people in church teams. You will join a supportive culture that values work-life balance, including flexible working.

Main Responsibilities: 

As part of the team your experiences and opinions will be valued, and you will be integral to successful programme delivery.   Some tasks included in your role are:

Project meetings and events

• Manage attendees with scheduling and agenda distribution
• When required organise refreshments for events and meetings
• Take accurate minutes in real time and distribute in a timely manner
• Organising other ad hoc meetings, liaising with parish leaders, external organisations etc
• Manage online event booking such as Eventbrite

Finance support

• Inputting orders and producing reports from Xledger
• Collecting measurement data and preparing measurement data reports 
• Liaising with Finance, HR and other departments
• Data entry to support book-keeping for churches 

Office Administration

• Organise and maintain the digital filing system
• Assisting team members with onboarding and facilitating their work
• Staying connected with the team, looking out for them

Project Administration

• Preparing documents and reports, proof reading/editing documents written by others
• Manage the programme inbox
• Publishing/maintaining the standard document suite on the website
• Process project team expenses according to expenses policy

Other responsibilities will include:

• Working collaboratively with colleagues in the Projects team and across St James’ House to share your expertise and support others
• You may be asked to undertake other project tasks of a similar nature.

Closing date: 06/09/2026

The Head of Parish Support brings strategic leadership to the central support provided to all the parishes of Liverpool diocese in relation to finance, giving and data. As the shape of mission and ministry changes across the Church of England, we are looking for a senior leader to develop the vision – building on current strengths and bringing a fresh approach to lead a user-centred team to craft and improve systems of parish support.

Duties and Key Responsibilities:
You will lead the Parish Support Team, currently a team of five:
– Data and Financial Systems Officer
– Gift Aid and Legacies Officer
– Digital Giving Officer
– Mission and Pastoral Officer: IT Systems Officer
– Parish Contributions Officer
You will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team at St James’ House, and
will be accountable for ensuring your team delivers its key priorities, as well as
delivering some elements yourself.

If you’re interested, please click the button below.

Closing date: 09/08/2026

The Digital Systems Implementation Officer plays a key role in supporting the successful delivery of the Fit for Mission programme by implementing and embedding approved digital systems that enable churches and Support Service teams to work more efficiently, collaboratively and sustainably. Working closely with programme colleagues and local church teams, the postholder will configure and deploy approved digital systems, including ChurchSuite and Microsoft 365, support the migration of information from legacy platforms, deliver engaging user training and develop practical guidance to ensure staff and volunteers have the confidence and knowledge to use new systems effectively. The role also supports churches through the transition to appropriate third party IT support providers, ensuring systems are fully handed over and local teams are equipped to manage them confidently. The role combines technical implementation with user enablement, helping churches adopt new ways of working while ensuring systems are configured securely, consistently and in line with diocesan standards.

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This is an exciting opportunity for an existing headteacher or deputy headteacher looking for the next step in their career. We are looking for an inspirational, pupil-focused individual who will lead St Anne (Stanley) Church of England Primary & Nursery School in the next stage of its development. The new headteacher will be at the heart of this work and will work closely with the school leadership team, wider colleagues, families, the Governing Body and of course the pupils to achieve our vision of excellent and equitable opportunities.

St Anne (Stanley) CofE Primary & Nursery School is a vibrant and exciting place to learn and work, situated at the heart of the community of Old Swan. It is rightly proud of its foundations within the Church of England and enjoys strong links with the local church of St Anne Stanley and the Diocese of Liverpool. Excitingly we are in the process of a new school build, with plans drawn and monies secured. Building should begin in the autumn of this year with an expectation of moving into our new building in the Spring of 2028.
 
We can offer the following benefits to becoming part of our team:
– The opportunity to work with our amazing pupils in a fantastic local community.
– A commitment to the professional development of every colleague
– Access to a personal development appraisal process with the single objective of every colleague being able to ‘flourish in their role’
– A realistic and compassionate understanding that all our colleagues are balancing home and professional lives.

Closing date: 07/09/26

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St Mark’s Church of England Primary School is seeking to appoint an inspirational, dedicated and faith-driven Headteacher to join our thriving school community and play a pivotal role in shaping the next stage of our development.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and aspirational leader who is passionate about school improvement, high-quality teaching and learning, and nurturing the whole child spiritually, morally, socially and culturally.

Closing date: 09/09/2026

If you think you’d be a great fit for this position, please click the button below.

Closing date: 15/09/2026

Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery has an exciting opportunity for an inspirational and committed Headteacher to lead our school into its next phase of development and success.

The successful applicant will join Learning Together Trust, an ambitious, forward-thinking and highly regarded Multi Academy Trust, working alongside experienced and dynamic leaders who are committed to delivering excellence in education and enabling every child to flourish.

We are seeking a strong, visible and values-driven leader with presence, vision, energy, integrity and high aspirations for both children and staff. The successful candidate will work closely with the Central Trust Team to shape the strategic direction of the school, foster a culture of excellence and inclusion, and continue to drive high standards of achievement and wellbeing across the school community.

Does this sound like you? Click the button below to learn more and apply.

The governors of Ormskirk Church of England Primary School are seeking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher from the 1st January 2027. This vacancy has arisen following the promotion of our current Deputy Headteacher to Headteacher, reflecting our strong commitment to leadership development and succession planning. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious, driven and experienced leader to take on the role of Deputy Headteacher at a warm, happy and caring school with a distinctly Christian ethos. 

The role will be non-class based enabling the successful candidate to fully immerse themselves in a leadership role, but there will be a regular and varied teaching commitment across school and key stages. We are dedicated to nurturing the whole child, and we pride ourselves on our high standards and quality care. We have experienced and dynamic staff who are well supported by the governors. 

Our vibrant school offers a unique learning journey from our baby room and nursery through to Year 6. Combined with our extensive grounds, swimming pool and ongoing investment in digital technology, this provides a rich and varied leadership opportunity. The successful candidate will help shape provision across all phases of the school and play a key role in ensuring every child thrives from their earliest experiences through to the end of primary education.

Our school building and site is one of the largest in Lancashire and this presents many opportunities as well as challenges for school management. The school is buzzing with activities, opportunities, and creative work. The children are warm and have a healthy sense of fun. If you think you are the person to help lead our team and can bring a lot of energy, versatility, expertise, positivity, and enthusiasm, please apply.

If you would like any further information, conversation or to arrange a school visit, please contact Simon Boyd on 01695 74027 or email s.boyd@ormskirk-ce.lancs.sch.uk

Application forms must be emailed to s.boyd@ormskirk-ce.lancs.sch.uk

Closing Date: Noon 11th September
Shortlisting: Tuesday 15th September
Interview: 8th and 9th October 

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a ‘disclosure’. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS’s Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Proposed Interview Date:

09/10/2026