Head of Vocations (DDO)
Support Vacancies
Supporting the diocesan mission and the work of clergy across the Diocese, there are a range of support roles working from the modern offices in Southwell. Located opposite the Minster, with plenty of on-site parking, the offices are open plan and provide a attractive working environment. Working for us will bring benefits such as • 25 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 3 extra set days leave a year • Competitive salaries • 10% of salary contributed to a pension scheme • Maternity, paternity and shared parental occupational pay • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements • Employee Assistance Programme with access to counselling, legal and health advice • Excellent sick benefits from first day of employment
Date:
23 May 2025
full time / £48,920 – £51,949 per annum / 10% pension contribution
The Diocese has a vision of Living Hope for the city, towns and villages of Nottinghamshire and beyond and is committed to its mission of Growing Disciples of Christ with Compassion, Confidence and Courage.
Do you have a passion for Growing Leaders?
We’re looking for a new Head of Vocations (DDO) — an enhanced senior role to provide strategic oversight for the development of vocations and leadership across the Diocese. Creativity and innovation will be paired with clarity and high levels of expectation, as the successful applicant works across existing diocesan programmes as well as establishing new pathways and approaches for discernment, training and formation.
What you’ll do:
Lead the strategic development of vocations and leadership across the Diocese for both lay and ordained leaders.
As DDO you’ll oversee the discernment process for ordained ministry and support candidates at every stage.
Direct key initiatives, including the Younger Leadership College and Ready to Serve.
Shape and deliver our innovative IME2 curacy programme, preparing leaders for mission and ministry
Inspire a culture of discipleship, formation, and vocational growth across traditions.
Lead & develop a wider vocations team capacity, including ADDOs, vocational accompaniers and further resource as required
What we’re looking for:
An ordained Anglican priest, with a clear understanding of and passion for shared ministry.
A respected leader with experience across varied Church of England traditions.
Skills and gifting that glean and share best practice across different churches and contexts
A proven track record in raising vocations, especially among younger leaders.
Ability to design and deliver high quality vocational and ministerial training events and courses
Success in building and leading teams
Job Pack: https://southwell.anglican.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Head-of-Vocations-Job-Pack.pdf
Closing date: 10 June 2025 / interview date 20 June 2025
Please apply via Pathways: https://www.cofepathways.org/members/modules/job/detail.php?record=8693
For an informal discussion please contact: The Revd James Halstead, Director of Discipleship & Ministry, james.halstead@southwell.anglican.org
We strive to be an equal opportunity employer
DBS clearance is required for this post