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Bodicote St John the Baptist - Vicar

Vacancy Reference cofe/TP/47725/8320

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Number of Positions:
1
Contract Type:
Office Holder
Contract Details:
Full-time, stipend
Salary/Stipend:
Stipend
Location:
The Vicarage 2 The Rydes, Bodicote, near Banbury
Closing Date:
15/06/2025
Vacancy Category:
Clergy: Incumbent / Priest in Charge
Business Unit:
Diocese of Oxford
Organizational Unit:
Benefice

Introduction

The single parish benefice of Bodicote is seeking an enthusiastic and committed priest to work with us to inspire our expanding community and to build upon the many good things already in place.

Bodicote is a vibrant parish situated two miles south of Banbury, which has many amenities and excellent road and rail links.  The parish has expanded during the past decade with new housing developments surrounding the village, providing wonderful opportunities for mission. 

 

We’re looking for a priest with a strong and infectious faith who is

  • an effective communicator, able to build on what we have which works well and develop new initiatives, especially those that will encourage children and families.
  • energetic and open to explore opportunities for growth.
  • comfortable with exploring different styles of worship which are spiritually enriching and inclusive.
  • happy to be a visible presence in our community (Hi-Viz not essential!).
  • an encouraging and supportive team player.
  • organised, with good admin skills and comfortable with IT.

 

We can offer:

  • a loyal congregation who are friendly and offer a warm welcome to visitors.
  • a single parish benefice, which is financially sound and has always paid the Parish Share in full.
  • a strong team of committed churchwardens, treasurer, safeguarding lead, PCC and paid administrative support.
  • a small band of dedicated volunteers, who have begun exploring opportunities for outreach.
  • a good relationship with the three primary schools in the parish.
  • an attractive church in the heart of the village, which is open every day for prayer and reflection.
  • Wi-Fi, with its numerous opportunities, available in Church and Church House.
  • a comfortable and modern vicarage a short walk from the church.

For an informal discussion, please contact Associate Archdeacon Jane Haslam at  jane.haslam@oxford.anglican.org 

Further information about the Diocese is available at https://www.oxford.anglican.org/

Closing date:      16th June 2025
Interviews:        10th July 2025

DBS Enhanced Disclosure is required.

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