Team Rector, Sprowston and North Norwich Team Ministry

Posted on: Thursday 7 May 2026

We are seeking a gifted priest to serve as Team Rector at an exciting and promising stage in the shared life of the team.


The key opportunities in this post:

•    Shape and develop a young Team Ministry – nurture and articulate a shared vision drawing on our diverse strengths. 
•    Lead a major initiative in mission – Streams Multipliers – in Sprowston, to grow the church in numbers and impact, as part of the Diocesan Strategy, using external investment. 
•    A parish combining rich congregational life with significant housing growth. 
•    Established schools ministry with clear potential for further development. 
•    A community where pastoral ministry is highly valued. 
•    A supportive clergy and lay team with diverse gifts and experience. 
•    Churches with an inclusive and generous heart, offering variety in ministry and worship. 
•    Close proximity to Norwich city centre and the Norfolk countryside.

We are seeking a priest who is committed to parish ministry and pastoral leadership, with a collaborative approach and a missional heart.


For an informal discussion about the role, please contact the Venerable Keith James, Archdeacon of Norwich archdeacon.norwich@dioceseofnorwich.org


The deadline for applications is 5th June 2026 and interviews will be held on 3rd July 2026 

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