' Knowing Jesus and making Him known' on the beautiful Jurassic Coast
Emmanuel Baptist Church is a warm, vibrant, and Christ-centred church family in the coastal town of Swanage, Dorset. We ’ re prayerfully seeking a new minister to lead us into the next season of ministry and mission.
Located on the edge of a thriving seaside community and blessed with a modern, multi-purpose church building, we ’ re excited about what God is doing here — and we ’ re ready to grow.
Who we are
We are a Bible-believing evangelical Baptist church, affiliated with both the Baptist Union of Great Britain and the Old Baptist Union. Our Sunday services draw around 125 people each week, with a wide age range and a growing number of young families. We stream our services online and run a wide range of midweek activities — from youth open-mic nights and community art groups to Alpha courses and curry nights.
We are a church with a strong team-based ethos, supported by vibrant ministries in worship, youth, life groups, prayer, and mission. Over 70% of the congregation are involved in life groups.
Who we ’ re looking for
We ’ re seeking a minister who is:
* A team leader – collaborative, empowering, and committed to developing others in their God-given gifts
* A pastor – caring and compassionate, someone who helps people feel known, loved, and valued
* A vision-seeker – able to help the church discern God ’ s calling and direction through prayer, Scripture, and reflection
* A Bible teacher – passionate about God ’ s Word and able to connect its truth with everyday life
* A pray-er – committed to growing a deep culture of personal and corporate prayer
* Mission-hearted – encouraging the church to live out its calling locally and globally
* A community member – ready to engage with families, young people, and the unchurched in our town
Practical Details
* We offer a manse in a peaceful residential area of Swanage, close to the Jurassic Coast
* Stipend: £30,000
* There is a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the post holder to be a practising Christian (Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9)
* Please note: We are not able to offer sponsorship for overseas applicants
Interested?
Visit to view the full Church Profile and download an Application Pack.
To apply or for informal enquires please email vacancies@emmanuelbc.org.uk