Could God be calling you to serve two faithful and flourishing catholic parishes on the East Kent coast?
Holy Trinity, Ramsgate and St Andrew's, Deal are seeking a priest who will help them build on strong foundations as they enter a new chapter in their life and mission. Both stand firmly within the catholic tradition of the Church of England, both are under the episcopal care of the Bishop of Richborough, and both are looking for a priest who will love them, lead them and help them grow in faith, confidence and service.
We are seeking a priest in the traditional catholic tradition of the Church of England who is rooted in prayer, joyful in sacramental ministry and passionate about sharing the Gospel. We hope to appoint someone who will preach and teach the faith with imagination and conviction, encourage the gifts of others, nurture relationships with schools and communities, and help both parishes grow in confidence, discipleship and mission. Above all, we seek a priest who will love these communities, delight in parish ministry, and help each parish grow in faith, confidence and service.
For the right priest, this is an exciting opportunity to serve two coastal communities with much in common, yet with distinct identities and callings. We warmly encourage you to explore the parish profiles and consider whether God may be calling you to this ministry.
For an informal conversation please contact the Archdeacon of Ashford, the Ven Darren Miller, via Louise Mills (lmills@diocant.org or 01233 712649) or the Archdeacon of Canterbury, the Ven Dr Will Adam, via Caroline Hemington (chemington@diocant.org or 01227 473597) to arrange an appointment.
Closing date: 15 October 2026
Visit and interview dates: 11 & 12 November 2026
The priest appointed to this role must have been ordained in the Church of England or a church in communion with it and must have successfully completed a training post with the appropriate sign-offs required to apply for an incumbency or other ordained role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as this post does not currently qualify for visa sponsorship.
The priest appointed will serve as an office holder under Common Tenure, and the Ecclesiastical Offices (Terms of Service) Regulations will apply.