Pioneer Minister, Waterbeach New Town

Could you help shape the spiritual life of a brand-new community?

The Diocese of Ely is seeking a full-time, incumbent-level priest to pioneer Christian community in Waterbeach New Town, a development on the site of the former Waterbeach barracks and airfield in the north of Waterbeach.

You Will

• pioneer new forms of church, worship and community;
• build relationships with residents, developers and community partners;
• work alongside St John the Evangelist, Waterbeach, rooted in the sacramental life of the parish;
• help shape the Diocese’s wider approach to mission and community development.

You will be part of a supportive parish team – a pioneer, but not a lone ranger.

A rare opportunity to help shape a new community from the beginning – and to discover what church might become in a new place.

Come and help shape Waterbeach New Town.

For an informal conversation, please contact any of the following:

• The Revd Paul Butler, Vicar of St John’s Church, Waterbeach – email Sign in to view email
• The Revd Dr Beth Cope, Bishop’s Advisor on New Housing, - email [email protected]
• The Revd Canon Peter Leech, Director of Mission and Ministry – email [email protected]

Applications and Further Information

• Job Description: download here
• Formal applications should be made using our standard clergy application form - download here
• Completed applications should be sent by email to [email protected] by no later than 09:00hrs on Tuesday 10 November 2026.
• Interviews will be held in Ely, Cambridgeshire on Monday 30 November 2026.

First published on: 12th October 2026

Page last updated: Monday 12th October 2026 11:56 PM