Parish Administrator, Andover
Parish Administrator, Andover
Parish Administrator
Salary: £13,520 per annum (£25,350 FTE)
Contract: Permanent, Part-time,
Hours: 20 hours per week.
Location: Based at [Location Address]
Please note, some out of office hours and occasional travel may be required across the Diocese.
St John the Baptist Parish is seeking a Parish Administrator. To provide a full confidential administrative and pastoral support service to the Parish Priest and the Parish, providing a sympathetic and efficient focal point for enquiries and administrative support.
The postholder is expected to foster a professional, welcoming, and efficient parish environment for parishioners, volunteers, and visitors.
The Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth is a registered charity. Employees working in parishes are formally employed by the Diocese of Portsmouth and must comply with all diocesan policies and procedures, as well as those related to local arrangements specifically authorised by the Parish Priest.
This is an exciting time to join our friendly, busy, and supportive team as we implement our 10-year Mission Plan, shaping the future of our Diocese and the communities we serve.
Covering Hampshire, Berkshire, South Oxford, and the Channel Islands, our Diocese is home to 87 parishes and 50 schools, serving over 27,000 practising Catholics and supporting 32,000 children and their families. Our work is both challenging and deeply rewarding, offering the opportunity to be part of something truly meaningful.
For a detailed Job Description, Person Specification and more information about this role, please click on the links at the end of this advert.
Applicant Information
Employee benefits include 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata), free life assurance and employee wellbeing programme, and contributory pension scheme.
If you are inspired by the idea of working in a values-driven environment where your efforts will have a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.
Come and be part of our mission!
The closing date for applications is Sunday 7th June 2026 at 11.59pm.
We encourage an early application as we may close this advertisement at our discretion before the date stated, if a high number of applicants apply.
You will be notified shortly after the closing date, should we wish to progress your application and invite you to an interview.
The Diocese of Portsmouth is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all who support the ethos and values of the Catholic Church.
You must have a valid UK Right to Work, as the Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth does not offer UK Visa Sponsorship.