The Guardian
The Vacancy
Do you feel drawn to support the formation and vocational journey of those seeking to serve as ministers in the Methodist Church?
Have you got experience in pastoral care, mentoring, gained through roles in HR, education, or other people-focused work? Are you a strong communicator who works collaboratively with others?
If so, we would like to hear from you!
About You
We are seeking a committed and compassionate Lay volunteer to serve as Deputy Chair of the Ministerial Candidates and Probationers Oversight Committee (MCPOC). This role supports the Chair in providing oversight of candidates, student ministers, and probationers, ensuring process are fair, consistent, and pastorally sensitive and that decisions are made in accordance with the Standing Orders of the Methodist Church.
The Deputy Chair will act on behalf of the Chair when required and contribute to the leadership, discernment, and development of the Committee’s work.
As the Deputy Chair of the MCPOC you will need a blend of experience, skills, and personal qualities, including:
- Some experience of chairing meetings or facilitating group discussion.
- Confidence in reading reports and contributing to fair, thoughtful discernment.
- Organised, reliable, and able to handle preparation, follow-up, and occasional time-sensitive work.
- A committed Christian whose life reflects the values and ethos of the Methodist Church, and who is respectful, fair-minded, and supportive of others’ flourishing.
- Competent in Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365 tools.
- Knowledge of Methodist governance or ministerial formation (desirable).
For further details of the role please refer to the Role Description and Person Specification.
Time Commitment
- Attendance at MCPOC meetings (typically 2 full days and one 24 hour residential per year).
- Participation in assessment panels and associated preparation.
- Attendance at liaison meetings, working groups, and other gatherings as required.
- Additional time for reading, scrutiny, and pastoral contact.
For questions or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please email .uk.
Closing date: 26 July 2026
Shortlisting date: 3 August 2026
Interview date (in person): 10 August 2026
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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