Head of Vocations

Overview

Head of Vocations, including DDO responsibilities. Are you an experienced priest with a discerning heart, a deep-rooted spirituality and a refined sense of curiosity? Could you be the lead senior diocesan officer for the nurturing, identification, and discernment of ordained and lay vocations in the Diocese of Leicester?

Responsibilities

Overseen by the Sponsoring Bishop, supported and integrated within the Parish Transition and Ministry Development Team, this person will inspire, equip, challenge and support individuals, leaders and communities at all levels throughout the Diocese of Leicester in the development and discernment of vocations.

Qualifications

This post is subject to enhanced DBS disclosure and proof of right to work in the UK. The post has attached to it an occupational requirement under the 2010 Equality Act, Part 1, Schedule 9, that the person should be an ordained member of the Church of England (clerk in holy orders).

EEO Statement

We particularly welcome applications from UK Minority Ethnic / Global Majority Heritage candidates, especially those of Black descent, who are currently underrepresented in our organization.

Safeguarding

The Diocese of Leicester, part of the Church of England, is committed to the safeguarding, care and nurture of everyone within our church community. We follow the Church of England's Safeguarding Policies and the relevant statutory legislation and guidance. We believe that safeguarding is everybody's business.

Application Process

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Closing date: Thursday 11th June 2026.

Interview Date: 26th June 2026.

There will be a second interview with the Bishop of Leicester for the preferred candidate.