Operations Lead

Premier Christian Communications Ltd; Ambleside; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary’s Church in Ambleside is seeking an Operations Lead to manage day-to-day operations and support the church's mission. This full-time role involves strategic leadership in HR, governance, and community outreach, ensuring effective systems are in place for ministry to thrive. The position offers a salary of £32–34k plus an 8% pension, making it a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a growing church community.

Qualifications

• Experience in operational management within a church or similar environment.
• Strong communication skills to support vision and outreach.
• Ability to lead and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations including HR, safeguarding, and governance.
• Oversee buildings and support fundraising efforts.
• Shape a strong, prayerful culture within the church.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Organizational skills

Volunteer leadership

Team coordination

Tools

ChurchSuite

Job description

Operations Lead – St. Mary’s Church, Ambleside
Full-time | £32–34k + 8% pension

St. Mary’s, Ambleside is looking for a strategic, organised, and faith-filled Operations Lead to help a growing church run smoothly and sustainably. This is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of a fresh vision, enabling ministry and mission through effective systems, volunteer leadership, and team coordination.

You’ll lead on day-to-day operations including HR, safeguarding, building management, governance, events, and comms – all while helping to shape a strong, prayerful culture. You'll oversee our buildings in Ambleside and Langdale, support fundraising efforts, and help develop tools like ChurchSuite to streamline how we work.

We’re forming a new team including a Worship Leader and Children & Families Lead, and working closely with Ambleside Parish Centre to serve the wider community. You’ll be involved in communicating vision, supporting Sunday worship, and helping small groups and outreach thrive.

This is an exciting chance to shape how a church works behind the scenes so that mission and ministry can flourish.

Email [e-mail] for an application pack. Want to know more? The job description is available at stmarysambleside.org.uk. For an informal conversation, call Rev Andy Smith on 07584 684310