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Last updated 17th August 2026

Parish Vacancies

We welcome applications for all open opportunities. The Blackburn Diocese is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

The Blackburn Diocese believes that diversity enables us to thrive and develop and is committed to race equality, welcoming applications from UK Minority Ethnic backgrounds.


Vacancies

Community Hub Worker

St Silas' Church, Blackburn, BB2 6PS

We are seeking a person with the calling and expertise in community engagement. The CHW will work with the Priest in Charge, PCC and congregation of St Silas Church to create a cohesive strategy for St Silas’ to be a Christian presence within a diverse community by engaging and meeting the needs of its community through practical engagement.

The Community Hub Worker will work with the PCC to identify strategies, that will build upon the church’s current outreach and identify innovative responses to community needs.

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Closing date: 04 September 2026

Interview date: 11 September 2026

Organist and Choir Leader

St Chad's Church, Poulton-le-Fylde, FY6 7BA

St Chad’s Church is seeking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic Organist and Choir Leader to play for our worship at the 10am Sunday services and on special feast days throughout the year. We are looking for someone who brings musical excellence and joy to worship; enjoys working collaboratively with clergy and congregarion; can help encourage a church-wide confidence in singing and music; and can train, nurture and develop our friendly choir.

We have a two-manual pipe organ with pedal board and a Roland digital piano. This is a wonderful opportunity for a musician who loves church music, values community, and wants to help shape and inspire our worship life. 

If this sounds like you — or someone you know — please get in touch with St Chad’s. We’d love to hear from you!

Apply here

Closing date: 31 August 2026

Interview date to be confirmed.

Parish Administrator

St Silas' Church, Blackburn, BB2 6PS

St Silas Church, Blackburn serves the Billinge, Beardwood, Revidge and Wensley Fold area.  Our church is an iconic Grade II* building located in the northwest of Blackburn town centre with a diverse community of British and non-British heritage living alongside each other. Our worship ranges from the traditional Book of Common Prayer, Common Worship and informal worship services. We aim to provide a safe place where people are welcomed and valued.

The purpose of this role is to provide administrative and secretarial support and assistance to both the Priest in Charge and the church in close cooperation with the Priest in Charge, wardens and employees.

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Closing date: 03 August 2026

Interview date: 12 August 2026