Oversight Minister of Skegness

The Diocese of Lincoln is seeking a prayerful, collaborative and mission-focused priest to serve as the next

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a committed church community in one of Lincolnshire's best-known coastal towns, helping churches build on strong foundations while developing a fresh vision for mission and discipleship.

Located within the beautiful coastal community of East Lindsey, Skegness presents a unique and rewarding ministry context. The town combines a permanent population of around 21,000 with a significant seasonal influx of visitors, creating opportunities to serve both local residents and those who come to the coast each year.

Why Skegness?

Skegness offers a unique combination of coastal ministry, community engagement and missional opportunity. With beautiful beaches, a growing visitor population and communities facing both challenges and opportunities, this is a place where creative and faithful ministry can make a lasting impact.

If you are a priest with vision, enthusiasm and a heart for helping churches grow in faith and service, we would love to hear from you.

What you will find here

A warm, welcoming congregation eager to grow and embrace new opportunities.
Experienced lay leaders, including Readers and Authorised Lay Ministers, who are committed to supporting ministry and mission.
Established children's and families' work including Messy Church, toddler groups and Sunday activities.
Strong community engagement through chaplaincies, pastoral care, community events and outreach ministries.
Significant support from the, including wellbeing provision, continuing ministerial development, coaching, mentoring and clergy support networks.
A well-appointed four-bedroom family vicarage with excellent local amenities and school provision nearby.

We Offer

A clear diocesan strategy prioritising wellbeing, collaboration and renewal.
A fully maintained 4-bedroom vicarage in Winthorpe with solar panel installation planned.
Health Cash Plan (opt-in), Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.
Annual retreat support and generous time-off provisions.
Strong CMD opportunities including supervision, coaching, training, and first incumbency programme

For an informal conversation about this post please contact:

Closing: Sunday, October 18, 2026

Shortlisting: Monday, November 2, 2026

Parish Visit: To be confirmed

Interview: Early December, 2026

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