The Church of England

Lead Agricultural Chaplain (0.8FTE)

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Location
Bakewell, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
7/31/2025
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Description
DRC is an ecumenical chaplaincy covering Derbyshire

We are recruiting an ordained lead chaplain who will build on our long-established rural mission and ministry. DRC enjoys a good reputation through working closely with the rural church and local agricultural communities.

The Successful Candidate Will Have a Passion To

  • Provide Christian spiritual and pastoral support for the agricultural and rural communities in Derbyshire
  • Coordinate the DRC team of three chaplains and line manage the administrator, providing supervision and support as required
  • Lead acts of worship during key agricultural times and seasons such as Plough Sunday, Rogation, Harvest and Christmas
  • Conduct occasional offices by invitation of the rural church
  • Work in partnership with local and national agricultural support agencies
  • Manage training opportunities for ordinands and those on ministry pathways wishing to learn more about farming and rural life


We are offering a salary of £35,000 (for 32 hours) plus pension, mileage allowance & expenses

Application form & pack available from https://derbyshireruralchaplaincy.org.uk/job-opportunities-with-derbyshire-rural-chaplaincy/

For further information contact [email protected]

or telephone 07593 380311 during office hours

Closing date: Friday 22nd August at 5pm

Interviews (in person): 15th/16th September

Derbyshire Rural Chaplaincy is governed by a Steering Group and is hosted by Chaplaincy Derbyshire (Registered Charity Number: 1172198)
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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