Rector of Cove

Introduction

Cove Parish is one church family with two homes in Farnborough, Hampshire - a large parish with a heart for mission, reflecting Jesus, loving joyfully, inspiring hope. 

We are praying for a Rector who will: 

• help us grow deeper in faith, not just in numbers 
• encourage every generation and support young people in coming to faith 
• take the church to the people, growing wider into the neighbourhoods around us 
• draw us closer to God through prayer, praise and sacramental life.   

We will offer you a: 

• parish strong in Bibilical teaching, open to the Spirit 
• experienced and united PCC, 6 staff and 114 volunteers and operation of Farnborough Foodbank 
• growing children’s and youth ministry 
• parish which has adopted the Guildford Clergy Wellbeing Covenant

Please see the Parish Profile and Candidate Profile below for full details, as well as a video from the parish.  And if you would like to have an informal conversation, please contact the Archdeacon of Surrey at catharine.mabuza@cofeguildford.org.uk

Closing date: 4 November 2026, midnight
Interviews: 9 + 10 December 2026

To apply, completion of a full application form and a Church of England Confidential Declaration Form is required, and any appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Here is our Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy which sets out how we consider applications from people with criminal records in a way that is fair, transparent, and risk-aware, as our commitment to safer recruitment and continuing to create a church where children, young people and vulnerable adults can be safe.

Here is our Privacy Notice which details of how we process your information.

As a diocese we believe that diversity is a strength. We actively welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those who are female, younger, identify themselves as a UK Minority Ethnic/Global Majority Heritage, or disabled, as it's essential that we reflect the diversity of the communities we serve