We are particularly interested in candidates with a specialism in missiology who are able to teach across a wide range of subjects within this field, such as, but not limited to, mission, apologetics, evangelism, interfaith, church planting, and ecclesiology.
St Mellitus College (SMC) is one of the leading theological training colleges in the world, seeking to provide innovative theological education and training for those called to serve Christ in the church and the world. Our vision is to see theologically confident and committed followers of Jesus in every church. We are a national college with delivery centres across the UK and key partnerships internationally. The training we offer at introductory, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels is vibrant and rigorous.
Job Requirements & Benefits:
- This is a full- or part-time position (0.6-1.0fte). FTE will be shaped by the successful candidate's teaching profile and the extent to which they can contribute to additional subject and programme needs across the College.
- The employer will be St Paul’s Theological College, a constituent part of St Mellitus College.
- Five weeks’ holiday per annum (pro rata): please note term times, holidays will usually be granted around these and/or half-terms. The holiday year runs January-December
- The post will based at our London Teaching Centre (SW5 0LX). The primary teaching days for this centre are Monday daytimes and Tuesday evenings. Evening and weekend availability and some travel required in order to deliver teaching and formational work with students and attendance at in-person staff gatherings. Such requirements will be communicated in good time in order to enable appropriate arrangements to be put in place as needed.
- There is a 4-month probationary period. For this position it is a requirement that the role holder is a Christian.
- Salary: If ordained, salary will be provided according to the Church of England Lichfield scale for theological educators If non-ordained, the starting salary will be in the region of £43-47K (pro-rata) depending on experience.
We welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.
St Mellitus College is committed to promoting a safer environment and culture, responding promptly to safeguarding concerns, and offering pastoral care to all those affected. This role is subject to enhanced safeguarding checks, including a DBS Disclosure, satisfactory references, and completion of safeguarding training in line with Church of England requirements. An offer of appointment will be subject to these checks being completed satisfactorily.
Application Deadline: Monday 31 August
First round interviews via Zoom: Wednesday 2 September
Second Round Interviews in person: Friday 11 September
Salary
If ordained, salary will be provided according to the Church of England Lichfield scale for theological educators If non-ordained, the starting salary will be in the region of £43-47K (pro-rata) depending on experience.
Type
Application Deadline
31 August 2026
Interview Date
2 September 2026
Key Documents
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If you are interested in applying for this position, please email recruitment@stmellitus.ac.uk including:
- A full Curriculum Vitae
- A brief letter outlining your reasons for applying for the post, and what you believe you could offer St Mellitus College in the role.