Vacancies List

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• 7 Jul 2026, 10:35 a.m.

  in Island

  Lead Youth Worker, Isle of Wight

  

  CLOSING DATE: tbc * South Wight Area Youth Partnership (SWAY) is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Lead Youth Worker to lead and develop our growing youth ministry. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people aged 8–18. You'll lead our youth work programme alongside our part-time Youth Worker and established volunteer team, building on strong partnerships with local churches, schools and community organisations. Read more

• 2 Jul 2026, 9:40 a.m.

  in Voluntary

  Volunteers for Historic Churches Trust

  

  Hampshire and the Islands Historic Churches Trust is looking for a friendly, community-minded volunteer to join our committee and help us share the life and work of our charity. Read more

• 1 Jul 2026, 1:44 p.m.

  in Clergy

  Vicar, St Simon’s Church, Southsea

  

  CLOSING DATE: 31/07/2026 * St Simon’s Church, Southsea, is seeking a leader who will embrace the diversity of our church, helping members to grow prayerfully in faith and discipleship, in ways that are relevant and accessible to all. We are praying for a leader who will put God’s Word at the centre of all that we do, seeking ways to share his Word with all who will hear in our community. Read more

• 16 Jun 2026, 11:15 a.m.

  in Diocesan

  Diocesan Investment Oversight Group member

  

  CLOSING DATE: 16/07/2026 * The Investment Oversight Group meets quarterly. We are looking for a member of clergy to work with us as a member of the group to guide the Board on its investment portfolio to maximise returns and support the Board in managing investment risk, support our Ethical Investment policy, participate in shaping the future of continued robust financial practice and governance within the Diocese of Portsmouth, and represent any views particularly relating to clergy.
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• 1 Jun 2026, 12:38 p.m.

  in Diocesan

  Lead for Vocations (DDVO)

  

  CLOSING DATE: 17/07/2026 * As our Lead for Vocations (DDVO), you will be an energetic, visible and motivating presence across the diocese as you passionately live to see people identified and encouraged to grow into their God-given call of ordained or lay vocation. In this key diocesan strategic role, you will work as part of the Ministry & Discipleship Team to lead, resource and help shape the future of ordained and lay ministry vocations across the diocese partnering with our Bishop, parishes and the national church. Read more

• 8 Apr 2026, 12:30 p.m.

  in Clergy

  Rector, Whippingham with East Cowes and Wootton

  

  CLOSING DATE: 17/07/2026 * We are an emerging plurality of three parishes on the beautiful Isle of Wight, seeking an inspiring and prayerful priest to lead us into our next chapter. Rooted in a rich mix of village and town communities, with a warm welcome for visitors and a commitment to our resident families, we offer a modern rectory, excellent transport links to the mainland, and a stunning natural environment. Read more

• 19 Mar 2026, 12:12 p.m.

  in Clergy

  Vicar, Ventnor & Bonchurch

  

  CLOSING DATE: TBC * The three churches in the parishes of Ventnor and Bonchurch seek a caring, experienced and enthusiastic priest to join us in the wonderful setting of a quirky seaside town and a thriving village community on the south coast of the beautiful Isle of Wight Read more

• 30 Sep 2025, 11:32 a.m.

  in Clergy

  Vicar, Bridgemary & Elson

  

  CLOSING DATE: 17/07/2026 * People are coming through our doors and we’re building a fantastic community around the café, toddler groups and family services. Will you be the final piece in our puzzle as we grow in spirituality and discipleship? Are you someone who can deepen our sacramental life and walk with people on their journey of faith? We’ve created the welcome – can you help nurture the roots? Read more