Location: Stroud Deanery
Salary: £44,819 – £52,444 (Band 3) with pension and benefits
Hours: Flexible, minimum of 25 hours, up to full time 35 hours
Are you ready to make a difference where it matters?
The Diocese of Gloucester is launching a bold and visionary initiative to strengthen the life and mission of our local churches. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our growing network of Deanery Operations Leaders in the Stroud Deanery.
This is not just a job. It’s a calling to serve, to lead, and to build something new. If you are a highly skilled professional seeking purposeful work, or an emerging leader looking to grow your capabilities in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment, this is your opportunity to shape the future of the Church of England at the local level.
Why this role matters
Our deaneries are a crucial part of our diocesan life. Our deanery leadership teams have voiced a shared concern: the lack of operational and administrative capacity to support clergy, PCCs, and local mission. The Deanery Operations Leader role is our response—a strategic investment in local leadership, designed to enable flourishing ministry and vibrant community engagement.
This is about embedding practical, responsive, and missionally aligned support where it’s needed most. You will be part of the bridge between vision and delivery, between parish life and Church House, between aspiration and action.
Please see the job pack & job description and person specification below for more details:
Deanery Operations Leader – Stroud 2026 job pack
Deanery Operations Leader JD and PS Stroud Oct 26
How to apply
If you’re interested but not sure whether this is the right fit or would like an informal discussion, please contact recruitment at recruitment@glosdioc.org.uk.
To apply please follow the link below:
Deanery Operations Lead: Stroud Application Form – Diocese of Gloucester
Applications close: 9am Thursday 26th November
Interviews: Thursday 10th December 2026. Please note the interview day is made up of an interview, group activities & discussions and lunch so shortlisted applicants should expect to be with us for most of the day.
The Diocese of Gloucester is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone within the Diocese to share this commitment.
CVs are not accepted. No agencies.
