Priest-in-Charge, Marks Tey & Aldham, Great & Little Tey, Wakes Colne & Chappel

Closing date: 27 August 2025
Contact: Archdeacon of Stansted
Location: Marks Tey, North Essex

Colchester Episcopal Area

Priest-in-Charge at Marks Tey & Aldham and Great & Little Tey, Wakes Colne & Chappel

CPAS is the Patron

We are excited to be seeking a new priest to lead these two benefices, who have a happy history of working together, in this beautiful, vibrant and historically rich part of North Essex.

We are praying for:

  • A new kind of inspirational, ideas led leadership which is dynamic, positive, full of energy, outward looking and infectious.
  • A focus on growing Churches, accessible for all generations, especially families and seekers.
  • Passion and persistence with humility for God's work and ministry in prayer, spirituality, love, mission and evangelism.
  • Bible, Gospel led teaching for our worship, schools and village communities. Helping people to find and build their Christian faith. 
  • A track record of working with families and young people with joy, happiness, enthusiasm and encouragement.

What we offer you:

  • Highly supportive, team-oriented and encouraging PCCs and Church families, where safeguarding is paramount.
  • A wonderful environment in which you can create a real success story and grow your spiritual and pastoral aspirations.
  • A unique location and transport hub, Marks Tey station, mainline to Liverpool Street 55 minutes, A12, A120, close to the six Churches.
  • Excellent schools; shopping centres within 1-2 miles. 
  • A modern (built 2012), energy efficient, four bedroomed Rectory, well stocked garden with greenhouse
  • Cake at most events!

If you feel called to this role, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation or to request an application form, please contact the Archdeacon of Stansted’s office on
01376 563357 or email astansted@chelmsford.anglican.org

Application deadline: Wednesday 27th August 2025

Parish Tours: Thursday 2nd October 2025

Interview date: Friday 3rd October 2025

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check


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