Operations Assistant and Administrator

New Wine; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

New Wine is looking for an Operations Assistant to support the administration and daily operations of St Peter’s Church. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills and a commitment to the church's vision.

This role includes coordinating logistics, maintaining systems, and ensuring a welcoming environment for all. Applicants should be flexible, able to work evenings and Sundays, and possess experience in administrative roles or church environments.

Qualifications

• A committed Christian who supports the vision and values of St Peter’s Church.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Support the effective administration and smooth day-to-day running of church operations.
• Coordinate logistics and maintain systems for church events.
• Ensure the church remains a well-run, welcoming, and safe environment.

Skills

Strong administrative and organisational skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Proficient in IT systems

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Tools

Google Workspace

ChurchSuite

Xero

Canva

Job description

Role purpose: The Operations Assistant plays a key role in supporting the effective administration and smooth day-to-day running of church operations, services, and events. Working closely with the staff team and volunteers, this role helps coordinate logistics, maintain systems, and ensure that the church is organised, efficient, and able to support its ministry and mission.

The role requires strong administrative, interpersonal, and organisational skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with initiative and professionalism. With a focus on ensuring the church remains a well-run, welcoming and safe environment, this role is pivotal in enabling the mission and ministry of St Peter’s to flourish.

A committed Christian under part 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 is required for this position.

Person Specification

• A committed Christian, able to support and actively contribute to the vision and values of St Peter’s Church
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• Confident user of IT systems (e.g., Google Workspace or similar platforms)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• A proactive and flexible approach to work
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings and Sundays
• Previous experience in an administrative or operations role
• Familiarity with systems such as ChurchSuite, Xero, Canva, or similar
• Experience supporting events or project coordination
• Experience in a church or charity environment

For further details see https://www.stpetersbrockley.org.uk/jobs