Mission and Ministry Trainer

Please email your 2 part application forms to recruitment@winchester.anglican.org – you will receive confirmation of receipt.

About the role: We wish to appoint a Mission and Ministry Trainer to join our Mission and Ministry team.  This is an exciting opportunity to support the vision and strategy for missionary discipleship and lay ministry within Winchester diocese.

You will be responsible for developing, resourcing, delivering training and creating formation opportunities as part of the Mission and Ministry team for individuals wanting to explore Christian growth, lay leadership and ministry.  

There will be specific emphasis on making these programmes appealing and accessible to a greater range of contexts in the diocese with focus on location, tradition, missional and congregational demographic and in particular, commitment to the ‘Growing Younger and More Diverse’ strategy.

Through the vision laid out in the ‘Walking the Wessex Way’ document our values closely connect with the national strategy of the Church of England to grow missional disciples including a commitment to become younger and more diverse. You can read more about this in the job description.

About you: We are seeking someone who can demonstrate the following background and experience:

• A BA (Hons) or equivalent in theology is essential. An MA or higher degree in theology is desirable. Excellent level of English both spoken and written. 
• Demonstrated success in training, and supporting volunteer teams is essential.
• Experience in developing and maintaining digital learning environments and online resources is essential.
• Track record of evaluating learning outcomes and adapting training approaches based on participant feedback.  
• Experience in teaching theology and facilitating worship across diverse Anglican traditions. 

Please refer to the Job Description for detailed information about the role and person specification.

This is an office-based role, with the expectation to work for 2-3 days per week from home. The role will involve travel across the diocese, with occasional evening and weekend commitments.

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £40,144 per annum

Appointment Term: Permanent (subject to a 6-month probationary period)

For an informal discussion about this role please contact Amy Roche, Head of Mission and Ministry via email: Amy.Roche@winchester.anglican.org

Closing date: Thursday 18 September at 12 noon.

Interviews will be held in person on: Thursday 2 October 2025 at Old Alresford Place, Hampshire, SO24 9DH.

CVs not accepted. To apply, please complete and return the 2-part application forms.