Full or part-time Rabbi: The Liberal Jewish Synagogue


22 January 2025 – 22 Tevet 5785

Progressive Judaism Vacancies

Job Title: Rabbi
Reports to: The LJS Senior Rabbi and the Chair of the LJS Council
Working Hours: This is a full-time or part-time post
Salary: A competitive remuneration package based on experience and on Liberal Judaism’s recommended salary scales

We are looking to appoint a further full-time or part-time Rabbi to join the team led by our Senior Rabbi, Alexandra Wright.

This is an exciting time to be part of the LJS, with 1700+ members and a full and stimulating programme of services, events and learning opportunities. We welcome candidates who have a passion for the principles of Liberal Judaism and who want to play a full role in the smooth running of day-to-day rabbinic responsibilities.

The appointed Rabbi will be expected to engage well with younger members, whilst also providing intellectual stimulation and pastoral support for the congregation as a whole. We are looking for someone who is a ‘team player’, who will work with, and complement the skills and experience of our Rabbis.

This position is open to Rabbis with a few years’ experience within a community and 5th year Rabbinic Students who are able to demonstrate particular interest in the nurturing and development of our younger members – Kabbalat Torah graduates, university students and adults up to mid-30s.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. Salary based on experience and on the UK Liberal Judaism salary scale.

Apply for Position

For the Application Form, Recruitment Pack and Job Description and to find out more about the LJS, our wonderful community, our governance and our future plans please visit our website – www.ljs.org/careers.html – or email recruitment@ljs.org

For further information or answers to specific queries please email recruitment@ljs.org

Alternatively, if you would like to have an informal discussion with our Senior Rabbi, Alexandra Wright, please email a.wright@ljs.org

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 12 March 2025 by 5.30pm
Previous applicants are welcome to reapply.

Supporting Documents

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