Team Rector for Buxton with Burbage and King Sterndale

Introduction

Team Rector for Buxton with Burbage and King Sterndale

Full time permanent stipendiary role

Buxton is a thriving market town in the beautiful landscape of the High Peak of Derbyshire known for its heritage as a spa town and internationally renowned Arts Festival.  

The churches are seeking an experienced. enthusiastic, pastorally hearted, missional priest to work collaboratively with them to:

•  welcome three new parishes into the Team and help each church embrace their unique identity and value their distinctiveness
• offer oversight to 5 churches within the parish of Buxton with Burbage and King Sterndale.
•  lead collaboratively, supporting the Team Vicar, staff and volunteers who hold delegated responsibilities 
• deepen discipleship and develop lay ministry and leadership
• develop communication and online presence including social media
• use Mission Action Planning to focus outwardly and enable outreach
• form and develop community partnerships and worshipping communities 
• support visitors and tourists to become pilgrims

 The Diocese of Derby is committed to safeguarding. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. For information on safeguarding, recruitment checks and how we process your data, visit https://bit.ly/DODSaferRecruitment

 Enquiries to:  Archdeacon of Derbyshire Peak and Dales, nicky.fenton@derby.anglican.org

For further information and to apply please see:

https://derby.anglican.org/en/about-us/vacancies.html

Closing Date: Friday 30th January 2026 at 12 noon

Interview Date: Wednesday 18th February 2026