Parish Operations & Communications Lead

Roman Catholic Diocese of Westminster; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Eye test vouchers

Reward Gateway discounts

Employer pension 5%

Cycle to work scheme

Maternity/paternity pay enhancements

Employee Assistance Programme

Early access to payroll options

Job summary

Roman Catholic Diocese of Westminster invites applications for an administrative role supporting parish communications, office management and liturgical administration. The role covers newsletters, website and database updates, records, and event coordination in a faith-based setting.

Ideal candidates have proven administrative experience, excellent organisation and communication skills, and the ability to work independently with discretion.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative, secretarial or similar role.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work independently using initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a professional, welcoming manner.
• High levels of discretion and confidentiality.
• Experience working with staff, clergy and volunteers.
• Experience working in a faith-based or charitable setting is welcome but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute weekly newsletters, Mass sheets and parish communications.
• Manage and update the parish website, social media channels and email databases.
• Maintain parish records and sacramental registers.
• Coordinate diaries, appointments and parish bookings.
• Manage correspondence, records and filing systems.
• Order church, office and repository supplies.
• Support meetings through agenda preparation, minute taking and document distribution.
• Assist with parish financial administration where required.
• Administer bookings for baptisms, weddings, funerals and Mass intentions.
• Maintain attendance records for sacramental programmes.
• Coordinate hall bookings and support parish events and fundraising activities.
• Liaise with contractors and service providers regarding parish property matters.
• Coordinate volunteer rotas and schedules.
• Support GDPR compliance and health and safety requirements.
• Ensure parish volunteers have completed required training.

Skills

Administrative experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Interpersonal skills

Discretion/confidentiality

Team collaboration

Compassion/sensitivity

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Roman Catholic Diocese of Westminster invites applications for an administrative role supporting parish communications, office management and liturgical administration. The role covers newsletters, website and database updates, records, and event coordination in a faith-based setting.

Ideal candidates have proven administrative experience, excellent organisation and communication skills, and the ability to work independently with discretion.