Vicar of the Staughtons & Hail Weston (0.6 fte), nr St Neots, Cambridgeshire

Introduction

Vicar of The Staughtons and Hail Weston, Cambs

Inspiring delightful villages on the Cambridgeshire/Bedfordshire border with the hope and joy of the Gospel. 

We seek a new vicar for this established benefice; someone who can build on strong foundations. This will be a part-time (3 days per week, plus Sunday duties) position. 

Youth Summer Camp on Grafton waterWe seek a priest who will help us to Engage, Grow and Deepen in our mission, with their vision of mission in rural spaces, and outreach to the communities, young families, children and young people in which we live and serve.

We are three quite small rural parishes who are increasingly working together, sharing worship and social activities. We are strongly supported by the local community and continue to pay our Parish Share but need help in increasing consistent attendance of regular church services.

We wish to welcome a priest who will be able to build on what we are already doing and help us in our outreach to those who so clearly value what we have to offer but have not yet made the step into personal discipleship and fellowship.

We hope you will:

• be led by the Spirit
• want to engage with rural life
• be outgoing and friendly
• especially engage younger families
• balance traditional with new expressions of church
• be committed to including all
• be able to delegate and still hold accountable. 

We can offer you:

• strong ministry team
• engaged and active PCCs and officers
• generous and committed givers
• superb accommodation, close to the local school
• a glorious place to live and serve.

Spacious modernised vicarage, with plenty (but not too much) garden

• Download the application form and benefice profile below. 
• Please note that applications must be submitted by email to archdeacon.handw@elydiocese.org 
• Closing Date: Midday 2 Feb 2026
• Interviews: 3 March 2026 
• Full details at https://www. elydiocese.org/about/vacancies
• Informal enquiries Ven Richard Harlow, Archdeacon of Huntingdon & Wisbech, Telephone 07415 757527

Safer Recruitment in the Diocese of Ely

The Diocese of Ely is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees to undertake safeguarding checks and training relevant to their role and to adhere to the Church of England’s safeguarding policies and procedures . Therefore, this position is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service).

Our Diocese

This area buzzes with energy from the academic, business and medical excellence of Cambridge University to the rich agricultural areas of Huntingdon, Fenland and Norfolk and the diverse, growing city of Peterborough. 

Ely Cathedral from the River OuseDespite the presence of a world leading university, Cambridgeshire is not all affluent. Towns and cities have pockets of poverty and low attainment. Some rural areas can be isolated and vulnerable, but this village is thriving and well connected. 

A Diverse and Inclusive Workforce  

Little Staughton church, Bedfordshire (just)