This job description is intended as a guide rather than a template. It will give you a general idea of the demands and duties generally required by such a role but you will need to tailor it to ensure it meets the demands and needs of your role and the particular context in which you operate.
By Ros HoareJanuary 2021
Responsible to: ( e.g. The Vicar )
Workplace: ( location, name of church )
Hours of work: ( full time )
Salary: ( salary or salary range )
Include a few lines here about the church, the vision and something of the context in which this role sits. A few lines to encourage people to come and join your team and be part of your church’s story and vision. In addition to written text how about incorporating a few photos or an introductory video that will give people a better idea of the look and feel of your church?
To lead the Operations Team to deliver the day-to-day operation of St X, thus supporting the delivery of the St X’s Vision and strategy/mission action plan.
(The person specification indicates the skills and experience you would like to see in the successful candidate. You can indicate whether these are essential or desirable. If ‘desirable’ these are likely to be skills that are trainable or could be developed but may not be apparent on Day One.
This is not an exhaustive Persons Specification and you should tailor this to the needs and demands of your job specification.)
Skills and experience |
Essential | Desirable |
| Previous experience of working in a busy office environment. | X | |
| Ability to establish strong working relationships with a diverse team, and manage both employed staff and volunteers | X | |
| Highly organised with good time management and the ability to multitask | X | |
| Previous line management responsibility and proven experience of managing others. | X | |
| Good team player and delegator | X | |
| Experience of successfully overseeing and implementing complex projects | X | |
| Proven experience of setting and managing a significant budget | X | |
| Competent in using Office Suite software, Youtube, Instagram, WordPress, Face book | X | |
| Experience of using a church management system e.g. ChurchSuite | X | |
| Proving experience of developing and implementing operational policies and procedures. | X | |
| Previous experience of implementing HR policy and practice | X | |
Personal Qualities |
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| Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) | X | |
| Self-starter: the ability to work with initiative and minimal supervision | X | |
| Ability to competently handle a demanding and varied workload, prioritising and delegating as needed. | X | |
| Strong and effective management skills | X | |
| Ability to confront and manage conflict in an appropriate manner | X | |
| Highly confidential and trustworthy | X | |
Other |
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| Any offer of employment will be subject to the individual demonstrating the right to work in the UK, and completing satisfactory pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references covering the previous 5 years. Where appropriate, a satisfactory Enhanced DBS with Barred List Check or for non-UK residents a satisfactory criminal record check or Certificate of Good Conduct | X | |
| To take an active part in staff prayers/devotions, any team days or training. | X |
