We have:

• a small geographic parish, but a large and very committed congregation drawn from across the city and surrounding areas
• a world-class musical tradition with 5 outstanding choirs
• a growing ministry to young people and families, rooted in worship and in educational outreach
• partnerships with a wide range of charities and community organisations, at home and abroad
• a stipendiary ministry team of Rector, Abbey Missioner and Abbey Pastor together with three other part-time clergy and a lay reader
• a large staff of 27 and an army of more than 300 volunteers
• a spacious, modern, detached, four-bedroom rectory with a garden.

We are looking for a Rector who:

• will lead us in worship and encourage us to live and tell the good news of Jesus Christ
• will help us develop a strong and compelling vision for mission and ministry, and a strategy to put it into practice
• will help us become more diverse and accessible
• Has the experience to lead a £3 million operation toward financial sustainability while keeping worship and mission at the centre.

For a conversation regarding this post with Charlie Peer, Archdeacon of Bath please email Tamsyn Richardson-Aitken, Archdeaconry Assistant for the Bath Archdeaconry or telephone 01749 597118. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.

Notable dates

Closing date for applications: 10th April 2026

Visits and interviews:  29th and 30th April 2026