Our Diocese offers a variety of roles that support our mission and ministry. Some positions are unique to the Church, such as ordained ministry and lay leadership roles, whilst others require a range of skills to help ensure that the Diocese, our parishes and partner organisations run smoothly. We hope that this website gives you an understanding of the work of the Diocese, our vision and the values that we uphold
Ordained ministry and lay leadership
We are always seeking clergy and lay people who are prayerful, faithful, generous, and willing to take risks as we share and proclaim the love of Christ to all.
In the Diocese of Southwark, Christians of diverse backgrounds and theological convictions speak well of each other and are committed to our common life and task as expressed in the Southwark Vision. This mutual trust allows us to invest in parochial ministry and to respond creatively and innovatively to changing communities and new developments.
If you think God is calling you to serve in this place, do explore our current vacancies prayerfully and see if you share our Southwark Vision.
Teaching opportunities in our Diocese
The Southwark Diocesan Board of Education (SDBE) is proud to support 101 schools and academies, colleges and universities across our diverse and vibrant Diocese. If you are looking for your next teaching opportunity, search our vacancies on the SDBE website:
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Current Vacancies
Liturgy and Life Events administrator | St Barnabas with Christ’s Chapel Dulwich
Job Title: Liturgy and Life Events administrator at St Barnabas with Christ’s Chapel Dulwich Reporting to: Parish Operations Manager Key relationships: Vicar…
Closes Friday 8 May
View VacancyVicar of South Croydon Benefice (St Peter’s and St Augustine’s)
The Bishop of Southwark with the Vicar of Croydon wish to appoint a Vicar of South Croydon Benefice (St Peter’s and St…
Closes Sunday 17 May
View VacancyApprentice in Children and Youth Ministry
Apprentice in Children & Youth Ministry (multiple positions) starting September 2026 Do you have a heart for children and young people and…
Closes Monday 25 May
View VacancyChrist Church Peckham | Worship Pastor
Dear Candidate, Christ Church Peckham is looking for a Worship Pastor who is hungry to see revival to join our growing team. This is a…
Closes Sunday 31 May
View VacancyEmmanuel Church Wimbledon | Associate Pastor (Children & Youth)
We are looking to appoint a full or part time Associate Pastor to further strengthen and develop Emmanuel’s ministry among children of…
Closes Friday 12 June
View VacancyVicar of Christ Church, Purley
Christ Church is a busy parish church with a welcoming congregation who celebrate life, are rooted in Scripture and are committed to…
Closes Sunday 14 June
View VacancyMission Practitioner – Children and Youth Ministry
Apply to be a CYP Mission Practitioner! Do you have a passion for sharing Jesus and helping children, young people, and families…
Closes Sunday 31 January
View VacancyGrow your Children, youth and families ministry | Partner with a Mission Practitioner
Is your church looking for someone to support existing volunteers to share Jesus with children and youth who aren’t yet connected to…
Closes Sunday 31 January
View VacancyExplore vacancies at Southwark Diocesan Board of Education (SDBE)
Explore a range of Education, Schools and Faith vacancies and opportunities at Southwark Diocesan Board of Education
Closes Thursday 8 April
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