Overview
Manchester Diocese has an inspiring vision for 2030, with a strong focus on developing missional leaders who can inspire and equip the Church for the future. We are now seeking a Lay Ministry Officer who will support the continued flourishing of lay ministry, ensuring that lay people are equipped to live out their calling and use their gifts.
Responsibilities
* Lead, oversee and develop the Foundations for Ministry course, an annual programme helping anyone active in church life who feels vocation or calling to unpack what following Jesus might look like.
* Expand the programme of lay training conferences and similar training days, offering leadership development, missional creativity and spiritual depth at deanery and more local levels.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues in the Mission and Ministry Team to contribute to a culture where the vocation of all God’s people is celebrated and lay people are equipped to live out their calling.
* Be a resource to leaders, parishes and wider networks in discipleship resources, championing a culture of whole-life and lifelong discipleship.
* Commit to mission and collaborative ministry and maintain confidence in own Christian faith.
Person specification / Qualifications
* Enthusiastic, empowering, and a resource to leaders, parishes and wider networks in discipleship resources.
* Committed to diversity, inclusion and racial justice; generous in working with a breadth of traditions and spirituality in the Church of England.
* Welcomes female candidates and candidates of global majority heritage to support team diversity.
* Candidate must be a practising Christian and a member of the Anglican Church (occupational requirement).
Other information
For an informal conversation contact Kim Morgan-Jones, Head of Lay Development: kim.morgan-jones@manchester.anglican.org
The post will be offered subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
To apply please click the URL: Lay Ministry Officer job - St John\'s House - Manchester Diocesan Board of Finance
We recommend completing your application on a laptop or desktop. Please refer to the job description and person specification for further information.
Queries can also be directed to: jobs@manchester.anglican.org
Closing
Closing Date: Sunday 12 April 2026 at 23:59
Interviews
Interviews: Monday 20 April 2026 at St John’s House, 155-163 The Rock, Bury BL9 0ND
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