Operations Manager

Central Church Bristol; Bristol; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Church Bristol seeks a proactive Operations Manager to ensure smooth functioning in all practical and administrative aspects of church life. The role balances strategic oversight and hands-on involvement, essential for supporting ministry and church activities. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in operations and a commitment to the church's mission.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Opportunities for training and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in operations, administration, or facilities management required.
• Proactive problem-solver with strong organisational skills.
• Committed Christian, willing to engage in church community.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations, including administration, facilities, and HR processes.
• Support ministry activities by ensuring effective resource management.
• Implementation of strategic goals set by leadership.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Budget management

Education

Health and Safety Management certification

Experience in charity governance or church operations

Job description

Central Church Bristol Bristol, United Kingdom

Hours

34,000

37,000

Description of Job

Are you a proactive and highly organised individual with a heart for church ministry? Central Church, a growing city-centre church in Bristol, is looking for an Operations Manager to oversee the practical and administrative aspects of church life, ensuring everything runs smoothly so that ministry can flourish.

The Role

As Operations Manager, you will:

• Implement and execute strategic goals and decisions made by the leadership team and PCC.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the church, including administration, facilities, compliance, and HR processes.
• Manage health and safety, safeguarding policies, and risk assessments.
• Support ministry activities by ensuring resources, logistics, and buildings are effectively managed.
• Supervise and support operational staff and volunteers.
• Develop and maintain systems to improve church efficiency and communication.

This role requires a balance of strategic oversight and hands-on involvement, ensuring that the church is well-equipped to carry out its mission.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience in operations, administration, or facilities management.
• Is a proactive problem-solver with excellent organisational skills.
• Has strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Is comfortable managing budgets, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Is a committed Christian who will be an active part of Central Church, attending services and church activities.

Desirable Qualifications

• Health and Safety Management certification.
• Experience in charity governance or church operations.

Special Conditions

There is a genuine occupational requirement for the post-holder to be a Christian. You will need to be a member of Central Church or willing to join us, actively engaging in the life of the church.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience, skills, and vision for the role to Tim Browne at [e-mail] by 5pm on Wednesday 16th July 2025.

Candidates selected for interview will be required to visit the church and take part in a lunch on: Sunday 20th July 10.30 - 14.30.

Interviews will be held in person W/C 21st July and will include a presentation exercise related to operational planning and site management.

In addition, we may ask you to have some informal conversations and undertake a team dynamics assessment.

Central is a growing church in the centre of Bristol that longs to be Jesus-centred, Bible based and led by the Holy Spirit. Our heart is to see our city bearing fruit for Jesus, and joining the team here means joining a diverse church family that sincerely loves one another and loves God.