Supporting the diocesan mission and the work of clergy across the Diocese, there are a range of support roles working from the modern offices in Southwell. Located opposite the Minster, with plenty of on-site parking, the offices are open plan and provide a attractive working environment. Working for us will bring benefits such as • 25 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 3 extra set days leave a year • Competitive salaries • 10% of salary contributed to a pension scheme • Maternity, paternity and shared parental occupational pay • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements • Employee Assistance Programme with access to counselling, legal and health advice • Excellent sick benefits from first day of employment
3 October 2025
Full Time (35 hours per week) / Salary: £33,615 per annum + plus a contribution of 10% of salary into a personal pension plan / Permanent
The Diocese has a vision of Living Hope for the city, towns and villages of Nottinghamshire and beyond and is committed to its mission of Growing Disciples of Christ with Compassion, Confidence and Courage.
The Archdeacon Support Officer responsibilities consist of providing comprehensive high quality administrative and organisational support to the Archdeacons & Associate Archdeacons, enabling the effective delivery of their responsibilities across their archdeaconries and respective areas of responsibility in line with the overarching Diocesan Vision. This includes triaging requests for advice, diary and correspondence management, support for clergy processes, coordination of visitations and pastoral events.
The role requires discretion, attention to detail, and a good understanding of church structures, document handling, data entry, filing, and correspondence, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.
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Closing date: 24th October 2025 / Interviews: TBC
For an informal discussion please contact: neil.peake@southwell.anglican.org
We strive to be an equal opportunities employer.
DBS clearance is required for this post.