We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, eye-for-detail person to join us as the new Parish Administrator.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the smooth running of the parish office and will be the first point of contact for all those wishing to access any business of the Parish.
This position requires proficiency in various clerical tasks, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
Main Responsibilities:
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- To be the friendly welcoming face of the church
- Provide administrative support to the church and its activities
- Manage the church office, including handling phone and email enquiries
- Maintain church records, service rotas, and church calendar
- Oversee hall bookings and liaise with hirers
- Assist with preparation of weekly notice sheets and service materials
- Coordinate church communications (newsletters, website updates, social media)
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding and data protection requirements
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
- Is highly organised, efficient, and self-motivated
- Has excellent communication and IT skills
- Can work well independently and as part of a team
- Understands and supports the values and mission of our Church
- Has previous administrative experience (experience in a church or charity setting is desirable)
What We Offer:
- A welcoming and supportive church environment
- Flexible working hours across the week (exact pattern negotiable, some hybrid working possible by arrangemnt)
- Opportunities for training and development
- A meaningful role at the heart of a growing church community
Hours: The role is part-time (20 hours per week) working on site in the church office
Salary: £14 to £16 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
Please note: There is a requirement for applicants to fully support the ethos of this Anglican parish.This post involves is subject to a DBS check. The successful applicant will be required to undertake Rochester Diocesan safeguarding training at an appropriate level.
The information pack and application form can be downloaded below
Closing date for applications: 12th September 2025.
Interviews: Week beginning 29th September 2025
Registered Charity The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Background Information
The Park Centre is a community resource that provides a range of services, activities and meeting spaces for people of all ages in its neighbourhood. Our aim is to provide recreational, learning, business and social activities, which are accessible and affordable and meet our charitable aims.
Purpose of the role
The Community Centre Manager will play a key role in the leadership and smooth running of the Community Centre managing change, growth and performance as agreed with the Board of Trustees.
Working closely with the trustees, employees, consultants, contractors, volunteers and other local organisations, the Manager will work to ensure the Community Centre is a vibrant, well-managed facility that operates within a sustainable framework for the benefit of local residents and organisations. They will also promote the profile, role and impact of the Centre.
Principle duties and responsibilities
Management of the Community Centre
Manage the operations of the Community Centre and its staff and the development and delivery of activities and facilities in line with the business and strategic plan. Ensure compliance with employment law and that we follow good practice with regard to HR.
Contribute to the planning, development, implementation and delivery of the business and strategic plan and present regular progress updates to the Board.
Oversee the maintenance of the building - including building maintenance and improvement programmes.
Lead on and contribute to identifying and apply for funding from local and national organisations. Role will also lead on ensuring aims are met and reporting of outcomes to funding organisation.
Manage and monitor all aspects of risk assessments, health and safety and security as required by regulation or good practice including, in conjunction with the Trustees, the review and updating of policies and procedure.
Ensure all Community Centre policies and procedures are complied with, including any Government restrictions/guidance.
Lead on General Data Protection Regulation and Safeguarding, maintaining records to ensure the charity fulfils all its legal, statutory and regulatory responsibilities.
Ensure programme of activities delivered within the Park Centre align with the charitable aims of the organisation and ensure that it is relevant to local community, responding to needs and raising the profile of the Centre.
Management of staff and Volunteers
Create a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are well managed, dignity at work is upheld and staff and volunteers can achieve their best.
Ensure effective management of HR including recruitment, supervision and development of employees and volunteers, including carrying out DBS checks as necessary.
Keeping up to date with relevant legislation and best working practices.
Ensure employees, consultants, contractors, volunteers work collaboratively with each other and with users of the facilities, in a safe and constructive way.
Oversee the Community Centre’s complaints procedure, and the proper handling, investigation and resolution of any complaints against the Centre, its staff and volunteers.
Working with Others
Continue developing and maintaining relationships with various local partners to ensure activities at the Community Centre fit with others provided in the area.
Positively represent the Centre and the community at partner and other meetings/events to raise the profile of the Community Centre and to ensure the views and needs of the community are prioritised and included.
Continue to strengthen the reputation of the Community Centre by giving maximum visibility to its activities and achievements.
Ensure through listening to the community, monitoring and evaluating provision and adapting the service, the Centre meets the needs of the local community.
Prepare reports for and attend all Board and annual general meetings.
PR/Marketing and Fundraising
Oversee the development and implementation of an income generation & marketing strategy.
Develop strategies to promote the use and profile of the Community Centre, maximising use of social media, publicity opportunities and liaison with the local media.
Identify and secure new funding through grant applications and other means.
Continue maintaining and developing positive relationships with funders, both grant makers, sponsors and individuals.
Financial management
Liaise with the treasurer and accountant in setting and managing budgets and maintain an overview of the financial position of the Community Centre.
Code invoices to ensure that income and expenditure is allocated to correct projects.
Ensure completion of reports/returns to statutory bodies and funders and compilation of grant applications.
Ensure best practice in all financial matters.
Project Management
Support and oversee the continued delivery of high-quality services and activities.
Ensure all project leads are liaised with regularly to ensure compliance with objectives and outcomes.
Devise and implement robust impact monitoring and evaluation strategies for all projects.
Ensure all projects are correctly risk assessed and supported.
The Park Centre Kingswood has a small team of employees, contractors, volunteers and a wide range of activities. it is expected that the post holder will be flexible in assisting in areas of work which go beyond their main duties. In particular, the holder of this post will be expected to assist with covering frontline reception and administrative duties and attendance at and/or supervision of events outside of normal working hours.
To apply:
Please send your CV and a covering letter (each of no more than two A4 pages) that summarises your interest in the role and details your ability to match the criteria.
We aim to recruit the person most suited to the job and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and from different sectors, and from people who have gained their skills outside formal employment.
If you would like an informal discussion and more information about this opportunity, please contact Rebecca Goozee (trustee).
Closing date: Monday 8th September 2025
Interviews: During week starting 15th September 2025
Please send your CV and a covering letter (each of no more than two A4 pages) that summarises your interest in the role and details your ability to match the criteria.
We aim to recruit the person most suited to the job and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and from different sectors, and from people who have gained their skills outside formal employment.
If you would like an informal discussion and more information about this opportunity, please contact Rebecca Goozee (trustee).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.