Operations Lead – St. Mary’s Church, Ambleside

The Church of England; Ambleside; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary’s Church, Ambleside seeks an Operations Lead to manage day-to-day operations, coordinate events, and enhance church sustainability. This key leadership role supports ministry via effective systems, volunteer leadership, and communication, impacting church life significantly.

Benefits

8% pension

Qualifications

• Strategic, organised, and faith-filled.
• Experience in HR, safeguarding, and governance.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations including HR and team coordination.
• Oversee buildings management and support fundraising.
• Communicate vision and support Sunday worship.

Job description

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Operations Lead – St. Mary’s Church, Ambleside, Ambleside

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Client:

The Church of England

Location:

Ambleside, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

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 ministry on the front lines can flourish.

Full time hours per week.

Salary £32,000 - £34,000 per annum + 8% pension

Closing date for applications 29th June 2025

Provisional interview date 22nd July 2025