Office and Property Manager (Job Ref: 857-CHISW)

£18 per hour| Permanent | Fulltime 37.5 HPW | Our Lady of Grace and St Edward’s Parish Chiswick | Closing date 5 th May midday | Interview date to be confirmed

Chiswick Office and Property Manager Job Description

Rewards and Benefits Summary 2026

About the role

Our Lady of Grace and St Edward’s Parish, Chiswick, is seeking a highly organised and personable Office and Property Manager to support the Parish Priest and wider parish community.

This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of parish life. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of the parish office, coordinating communications and events, and managing property and health & safety matters across three parish sites, including our twinned parish, St Joseph’s Grove Park.

You will play a vital role in creating a welcoming, well‑organised and supportive environment that enables the parish to fulfil its pastoral, liturgical and community mission.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contactfor the parish office, welcoming visitors and responding to enquiries with professionalism and compassion
• Coordinate parish communications, including the weekly newsletter, Mass sheets, notices and website updates
• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including diary management, correspondence, filing, record‑keeping and financial administration
• Manage parish hall and meeting room bookings, liaising with the Centre Manager and promoting facilities to community and commercial users
• Support the organisation of liturgical ceremonies and parish events, including baptisms, weddings and funerals
• Oversee and coordinate property management and Health & Safetyacross multiple sites, working with diocesan services, contractors and estate agents
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, safeguarding, cash handling and diocesan policies

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is not only competent in management but who also embodies our diocesan values of Competence, Reliability, Honesty, Perseverance, and Love.You will bring:

• Excellent written and spoken English, with strong attention to detail
• Proven organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with the confidence to work independently
• Strong problem‑solving skills and sound judgement
• Intermediate IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher; website updates via WordPress)
• Experience in an office management or executive administration role

Experience working in a faith-based or charitable setting is welcome but not essential.

What we offer you

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but is not limited to:

✔23 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)

✔Vouchers for free eye tests and £50 towards the cost of glasses

✔Reward Gateway scheme offering discounts on a wide range of products and services

✔Pension scheme for eligible employees – 5% paid by the employer

✔Salary exchange (salary sacrifice) for pension

✔Cycle to work scheme

✔Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

✔Employee Assistance Programme

✔Life assurance/ Death in Service benefit

Who we are

We are the Roman Catholic Diocese of Westminster, a faith-driven charity rooted in service, tradition, and community.

At the core of our mission is a commitment to faith, education, and social justice. Guided by the Archbishop, we serve over 90,000 students across 208 schools, support 212 vibrant parishes, and drive countless social initiatives that bring hope and compassion to those in need. Our work extends beyond the Church walls, positively shaping communities and transforming lives.

We uphold the values of Competence, Reliability, Honesty, Perseverance, and Love—principles that define our mission and shape the way we serve. As we grow our team, we seek individuals who not only possess the skills for the role but also embody these values in their daily work.

If you are looking for a role where your talents, faith, and commitment to service can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Diversity & Inclusion at the Diocese of Westminster and place it at the heart of our aim which is to reflect and connect with the diverse communities that we serve.