Vacancies - Church of England Birmingham

Priest in Charge (0.5) Erdington, St Chad

8th January 2026

St Chad’s is a welcoming and inclusive parish and LEP (Anglican- Methodist) in the Erdington suburb of Birmingham (about 4 miles north of the city centre). The Bishop of Birmingham is seeking a faith filled, prayerful and energetic minister to be our next priest to be our next 0.5 priest in charge. We long to grow spiritually, numerically and also increase our engagement with the local community and especially with young people, schools and young families. We are a committed part of the newly established Erdington oversight area and have also begun an exciting mission shaped redevelopment project with our buildings.

Vicar - Erdington, Christ the King

8th January 2026

Christ the King parish is a welcoming outer estate parish to the north of Erdington serving the areas of Short Heath and Perry Common. The Bishop of Birmingham is seeking a faithful, compassionate and empathetic priest to be our next incumbent. The parish is firmly established at the heart of each community it serves and is ready and very keen to grow in prayer, discipleship and in exploring more ways to share the love of God with local people and especially with young people and young families.

Vicar - Perry Beeches, St Matthew

4th January 2026

St Martin’s Trustees as Patrons seek a Vicar for this largely residential outer estate parish (population c 15,300) 5 miles north-west of Birmingham city centre, with typical schools, varied housing, shops and parks. The base for its life and outreach is a modern Grade 2 listed hexagonal church building with adjoining community hall, facing the James Watt Campus of Birmingham Metropolitan College.

Giving and Generosity Support Officer

17th December 2025

Church of England Birmingham (CofEB) is on a journey of growing churches at the heart of every community. Through this we are seeing growth in many exciting ways. Financially we are at a challenging point. We have recently recruited a new Head of Generosity, who is also Bishops Advisor for Common Fund, to lead on this work and we are now looking to recruit the team to work with them. Together this team will work with all of our parishes to roll out our financial approach, through in person meetings, and the support that is on offer as part of this.

Giving and Generosity Advisor

17th December 2025

Church of England Birmingham (CofEB) is on a journey of growing churches at the heart of every community. Through this we are seeing growth in many exciting ways. Financially we are at a challenging point. We have recently recruited a new Head of Generosity, who is also Bishops Advisor for Common Fund, to lead on this work and we are now looking to recruit the team to work with them. Together this team will work with all of our parishes to roll out our financial approach, through in person meetings, and the support that is on offer as part of this.

Head of Vocations and Ordinands

10th December 2025

Play a key role shaping the future of licensed ministry in a vibrant, diverse city and region, advancing Christ’s mission and bringing His hope to every community

Diocesan Advisory Committee and Pastoral Secretary

4th December 2025

The Diocesan Advisory Committee (DAC) and Pastoral Secretary is a key role in overseeing the statutory processes covering our churches and parishes, including the work of the Diocesan Mission and Pastoral Committee (DMPC), along with the management, maintenance, revitalisation, and development of our church buildings. In addition to supporting the needs of the statutory committees, the post holder will play a vital role in assisting incumbents and churchwardens as they seek permission for a variety of projects, ensuring that our churches are well maintained and developed.

Youth Outreach Pastor - Gas Street Church

3rd December 2025

The Youth Outreach Pastor (GS St Luke’s) will lead on developing and implementing a strategic approach to youth outreach in the local area around Gas Street St Luke’s. This will include exploring opportunities for detached youth work and other outreach initiatives, with the aim of meaningfully engaging young people and helping them take steps closer to Jesus.

Gas Street Music Manager - Gas Street Church

3rd December 2025

The Gas Street Music (GSM) Manager will advance and expand GSM, elevating its impact, reach, and operational effectiveness.

Head of Operations - Gas Street Church

3rd December 2025

The Head of Operations will oversee the day-to-day activities of Gas Street Church across locations and ministries; ensuring efficiency, compliance and a high standard of execution & excellence.