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“Whatever you’re interested in, there’s a place for you in Lichfield Diocese.”

Welcome to one of the most diverse dioceses in the country. Rolling countryside and vibrant inner city life nestle together in a region that takes in Staffordshire, the Potteries of Stoke-on-Trent, most of Shropshire and bustling Black Country centres including Walsall and Wolverhampton. The only thing we don’t have is the sea!

It’s the two million people from a multitude of backgrounds and cultures who live in here that make all the difference. “We don’t need to go into the world, the world has come to us!” remarks one vicar.  “People love you in spectacular ways,” says another.

Lichfield Diocese is known for its innovative and cutting-edge approach to ministry, with a have-a-go attitude that encourages clergy to experiment and pioneer new paths as we together discover where God is at work.

We’d love to help you get to know Lichfield Diocese better. Get in touch with us at comms@lichfield.anglican.org

For those based overseas, see our policy on authorisation for ministry for people from the worldwide Anglican Communion and induction and familairisation details.


Our latest vacancies are:


Whole Life Discipleship Officer

Our Whole Life Discipleship Officer will lead on supporting our parishes, fresh expressions and chaplaincies to develop discipleship for all ages, especially through the establishment of small groups. Closing Date: 6 April 2025.


Local Ministry and Learning Platform Officer

We are looking to recruit a Local Ministry and Learning Platform Officer to lead the development of our diocesan learning hub by creating and sourcing content and maintaining the platform. Closing Date: 6 April 2025.


Initial Ministerial Development Officer

We are looking to recruit an Initial Ministerial Development Officer to lead on providing ministry-enhancing learning opportunities for those in the early stages of licenced ministry – in particular our Lay Readers and curates - in line with our Diocesan Strategy and Church of England national requirements. Closing Date: 6 April 2025.


Team Vicar (0.5): Acton Trussell with Bednall and Dunston with Coppenhall

The parishes of Acton Trussell with Bednall and Dunston with Coppenhall are part of the Penkridge Team, near Stafford and would like to appoint a part-time Team Vicar. Closing Date:13 March 2025.


Priest in Charge (1.0) Tividale, Tipton S.John the Evangelist and Tipton S.Mark

An experienced and enthusiastic Priest is sought to minister to these three Black Country parishes under the shared pastoral and sacramental oversight of the Bishop of Oswestry. Closing Date: 7 April 2025


Net Zero Carbon Manager

It is an exciting time in the Diocese of Lichfield as we develop our diocesan strategy and pursue our vision of a diocese that is purposeful about evangelism, engaging creatively with local communities, becoming more diverse and growing younger. Closing Date: 28 February 2025.


Executive Assistant (EA) for the Archdeacon of Salop

The Diocese of Lichfield seeks a full-time Executive Assistant (EA) for the Archdeacon of Salop. Closing Date: 3 March 2025 at 12 Noon


The Watershed Benefice: Interim Minister (Rector Designate)

We are seeking a full-time Interim Minister (Rector Designate) to this post in rural Staffordshire. The post is available for three-years, with the potential to extend for a further period or make permanent if circumstances allow. Closing Date: 20 February 2025


Priest in Charge: Bilston

An Urban Priority Parish in the heart of the country providing both challenge and reward. With excellent travel links to all parts of the UK and a wide choice of good schools. Closing Date: 28 February 2025


Priest in Charge: Willenhall Saint Giles

We are looking for a priest who will lead a strong committed congregation with enthusiasm in order that we continue to build God’s kingdom in Willenhall. Closing Date: 28 February 2025


Rector: Adbaston, High Offley, Knightley, Norbury, Woodseaves, Gnosall & Moreton

We are a rural benefice, west of Stafford, made up of 6 churches in 5 parishes who enjoy working and worshipping together. Closing Date: 27 February 2025


Children's Worker

St Andrew’s, Westlands, Newcastle-under- Lyme

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Family and Children's Worker

All Saints Parish Church, Streetly Closing date: 28th February

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Priest in Charge (0.5): Kingsley and Foxt-with-Whiston and Oakamoor with Cotton

Is God calling you to live and minister in some lovely small villages in the Churnet Valley, at the southern end of the Peak District? Closing Date: 20 February 2025.


Assistant Minister in the Hanley Team Ministry (Interim) Stoke-on-Trent

St. Mark’s, Shelton, part of the Hanley Team Ministry, is reaching the end of a £2.5million repair and restoration programme, including a substantial community heritage project and renewed relationships with the neighbouring church primary school. Closing Date: 20 February 2025


Anglican Chaplain, Lay or Ordained

HMP Foston Hall Closing date: 31st January 2025

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Youth Worker

St James' Church, Brownhills

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Curacy Vacancies

Come and serve your title in the fabulous Diocese of Lichfield


Overseas clergy applications

Policy on authorisation for ministry in the Diocese of Lichfield for clergy from other parts of the Anglican Communion

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