House for Duty Local Minister, Christ Church, Redhill and Associate Priest of Wrington with Redhill & Langford, Burrington & Butcombe.
Would you like to work in a rural benefice but be centred in just one small church? Then this is the opportunity. Thanks to a 19th Century trust, with us you have the opportunity of being the Local Minister of just one small village (Population: 400, Electoral Roll: 22) and of being in that church every Sunday!
We are seeking someone who:
- thrives in rural ministry and enjoys the challenge of leading just one church
- likes to be visible, active and known in the community
- enjoys working collaboratively with others
Someone who:
- is keen to work with young families who are actively exploring their faith
- would enjoy worshipping in and working alongside a small congregation
- enjoys teaching in small groups
- has a proven ability to work with the wider community
We can offer you:
- the enthusiastic support of a small, committed team of volunteers based in Redhill
- the support of an experienced incumbent, three licensed Readers and a Benefice Administrator
- the freedom to use your God-given skills across the wider Wrington benefice (5 churches)
- a modern 4 bedroomed house just off the A38
- proximity to the Mendip hills, the North Somerset coast and the cultural centres of Bath and Bristol. For further travel, it’s just 5 minutes to Bristol International Airport or 2½ hours by train to London
For an informal conversation, please speak to Revd David Gent, Rector of Wrington, on 07773 537626 or 01934 862348.
Please apply for the role via Pathways. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required
Notable dates
Applications to be received by Sunday 17 May
Interviews: Thursday 4 June 2026