Team Rector of Surrey Weald

Introduction

An exciting opportunity for a visionary leader good at team building and encouraging others to reach out with Christ's love.

We are looking for a Team Rector:

• passionate about people becoming devoted followers of Jesus
• developing a culture of discipleship, prayer and pastoral support
• with strong teaching gifts, rooted in God's word and open to renewal
• uplifted by active involvement in village life and forging closer links with schools
• committed to reaching out to those not in church, especially young families
• enjoys leading and working collaboratively but with specific responsibility for St Peter's Newdigate 

We offer a committed and supportive clergy and lay ministry team, a large well-appointed 4 bedroomed Rectory with a lovely garden, and a very warm welcome from our church family!

Please see the Parish Profile below, and if you would like to have an informal conversation, please contact the Archdeacon of Dorking at archdeacon.dorking@cofeguildford.org.uk 

Closing Date: 27th October 2026
Interviews:  7th & 8th 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.