Parish Administrator 

25 hours per week | Church Office-based 

 

We are seeking a warm, organised and proactive Parish Administrator to play a vital role in the life and mission of our church. 

 

This is a key post at the heart of the parish, providing high-quality administrative and communication support to enable clergy, volunteers and ministries to flourish. The role involves a varied mix of office administration, worship support, benefice coordination, and engagement with parishioners at all stages of life. The successful candidate will be a practising Christian, able to work in sympathy with the aims, values and ethos of the Church of England. 

 

About the Role 

 

Working closely with the Operations Manager, clergy and volunteers, the Parish Administrator will: 

 

• Act as the first point of contact for enquiries to the parish 

• Manage weekly communications including notice sheets, email newsletters and website updates 

• Prepare Orders of Service and support worship and special services 

• Coordinate administration for baptisms, weddings and funerals 

• Be responsible for creating some rotas and preparation for the APCM 

• Be responsible for statistical returns to the Diocese  

• Manage room bookings. 

• Support volunteers and parish activities 

• Contribute to one-off projects, events and governance tasks 

 

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, values good organisation, and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. 

 

About You 

You will be: 

• Be a practising Christian, committed to supporting the mission and ministry of the Church 

• Highly organised, efficient and detail-focused 

• Friendly and professional, with good interpersonal skills 

• Confident using IT systems, email, websites and digital tools 

• Able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with discretion and care 

 

Previous administrative experience is desirable, and experience in a church setting would be an advantage. 

 

What We Offer 

• A meaningful role supporting the ministry and mission of the Church 

• A friendly and supportive working environment 

• Varied and interesting work at the heart of parish life 

 
For further information or an informal conversation about the role, please get in touch with the Operations Manager Liz Hume on 01225 835835. 

 

Salary & Hours 

Salary: £18,666 (FTE £28,000 per annum) 
Hours: 25 hours per week 

Annual Leave: five weeks  

Pension: Auto-enrolment compliant  
Contract: Permanent  
Location: Church Office–based 

 

Application Deadline & Process 

Closing date for applications: the position will remain open until filled. 

Interviews will be arranged with individual candidates. 

 

To apply, please submit your application in line with the Job Description and Person Specification to: Liz Hume  
email address: opsmanager@htcd.church  

 

Safeguarding Statement  

The parish is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will be required to complete the appropriate level of safeguarding training and undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.