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:
If you’d like to advertise your vacancy please contact our Communications Team.
If you’re a parish looking for advice on what to do during a Vacancy, download our Guidelines for a Parish in Vacancy.
Current Vacancies
Lead Parish Nurse | St Michael’s Croydon
The Diocese of Southwark and the Parish of St Michael’s Croydon seek to appoint an experienced, full-time nurse to develop and lead…
Closes Friday 13 June
View VacancyVicar of St Mary Magdalene and Team Rector of the Richmond Team Ministry
Do you feel called by God to lead the church of St Mary Magdalene and to be our Team Rector? Are you eager…
Closes Sunday 15 June
View VacancyBuilding Surveyor
We are seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to join our dynamic Property Department, managing a diverse portfolio of around 400 properties, including…
Closes Sunday 15 June
View VacancyTeam Vicar (House for Duty) | St Andrew’s Limpsfield Chart
We are seeking a priest to continue the growth of this committed congregation, engage with village life, and build on existing links with young families.
Closes Sunday 22 June
View VacancyChoral Apprenticeship at St John the Divine Church, Kennington
St John the Divine Church, Kennington, is delighted to announce the launch of our Choral Apprenticeship scheme. We invite applications for Choral…
Closes Sunday 22 June
View VacancyVicar of All Saints, Tooting
We are looking for a welcoming, spiritual and energetic priest, who will enjoy living in Tooting, and bring leadership, encouragement and enthusiasm to our parish.
Closes Sunday 22 June
View VacancyAssistant Director of Music | All Saints Kingston
Part-time (18 hours/week) £16,000 p.a. An exciting opportunity to gain extensive experience in a renowned choir and play a key role in…
Closes Sunday 22 June
View VacancyVicar of Lee the Good Shepherd with St Peter
Parish Description: The Good Shepherd with St Peter is an inclusive, thriving and growing Anglican church in Lee, Southeast London, seeking to proclaim…
Closes Wednesday 25 June
View VacancyCommunity and Family worker | St John the Divine, Earlsfield
This is a unique opportunity to initiate new ministries, connect with families, and help build a thriving Christian presence in our community….
Closes Sunday 29 June
View VacancyDirector of Music and Organist at St Dunstan’s Church, Cheam Village
Are you a committed and energetic church musician? Would you like to work with a church that has a strong musical heritage…
Closes Monday 30 June
View VacancyParish Administrator | St Mary the Blessed Virgin, Addington
St Mary the Blessed Virgin, Addington are seeking a new administrator who will work 12 hours a week at times that can…
Closes Monday 30 June
View VacancyMinistry Assistant | Ascension Balham
What is a Ministry Assistant? As a Ministry Assistant, you will have the opportunity to experience life as part of the leadership…
Closes Wednesday 2 July
View VacancyVicar/Priest-in-Charge | St Matthew with St Jude, Brixton
The Parish of Brixton, St Matthew, with St Jude is an exciting, ethnically diverse, and inclusive inner-city church in Lambeth one of…
Closes Sunday 6 July
View VacancyTeam Member | Wychcroft – Southwark Diocese Resource & Retreat Centre
Accountable to: The Manager Location: Wychcroft, Bletchingley Job context: Wychcroft is a large Victorian country house situated on the South Park Farm…
Closes Friday 25 July
View VacancyMission Practitioner – Children and Youth Ministry
Become a Mission Practitioner Could this be your next step in children, youth and/or family ministry? Could you be involved in shaping…
Closes Friday 5 September
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