Assistant Vicar (0.5), Parish of St Mary, Portsea

Introduction

Assistant Vicar, St Mary, Portsea

The appointment of the Vicar, the Ven. Bob White, as Archdeacon of Portsdown has created the opportunity to establish a new 0.5 post to support the Parish and his wider ministry. The primary purpose of this role is to assist the Vicar in providing leadership across parish groups, supporting the Pastoral Offices, and developing ministry with young families, children, and young adults.

Although based mainly at St Mary’s, the postholder will also contribute to the wider Parish Ministry Team and support the life of St Faith’s Church under the leadership of the Associate Vicar, Revd Wendy May Jacobs.

This role will additionally work alongside the clergy of the Cluster (St Mary’s, St Luke’s, Stamshaw and Ascension, Holy Spirit, Harbour Church, and the Cathedral) to foster collaborative ministry across the inner city, sharing gifts and resources to strengthen mission and ministry.

Please read the attached Parish Profile for further information or contact Archdeacon Bob White to speak about this exciting post. 

• Deadline for applications is Friday 20th March 2026 and the interviews for this post will be held on Wednesday 15th & Thursday 16th April 2026.

Applications should reflect the applicant’s own experience and voice, and any significant use of AI should be declared.

Find out more at portsmouth.anglican.org/jobs.