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Parish Operations Support Officer
WESTMINSTER ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESAN TRUST AND OTHER TRUST FUNDS ADMINISTERED BY THE WESTMINSTER ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESAN TRUSTEE
15 per hour
St Paul the Apostle Parish, Wood Green
Part-time
23rd January 2026

Parish Operations Support Officer Wood Green (Job Ref: 833-WOODG)

£15 per hour | Permanent|10 hours per week (3–4 hours per day, three days per week – some flexibility available) | Location: St Paul the Apostle Parish, Wood Green| Closing Date 23 January 2026|Interview Date 28 January 2026

Parish Operations Support Officer Job Description

About the role

Wood Green Parish is seeking a Parish Operations Support Officer to provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Parish Priest and parish team. This role is key to ensuring the efficient and smooth running of the parish, supporting property management, health and safety compliance, contractor liaison, and general parish administration.

This is an ideal opportunity for a highly organised administrator who is committed to supporting the mission and work of the Catholic Church.

Key responsibilities

Parish administration and operations

  • Provide general administrative and office management support to the Parish Priest and parish team

  • Maintain accurate records and filing systems in line with diocesan audit requirements

  • Assist with a range of ad hoc duties that contribute to the smooth running of the parish

Property and rental oversight

  • Oversee the rental of parish-owned flats

  • Liaise with property agents regarding parish investment properties and ad hoc lettings

  • Act as a key contact point in relation to parish-owned property matters

Health and Safety

  • Support the Parish Priest in meeting all Health and Safety requirements

  • Implement and manage diocesan Health and Safety policies at parish level

  • Monitor Health and Safety action points and ensure appropriate mitigation

  • Investigate and document accidents and near misses in line with HSE guidance

  • Provide written Health and Safety reports and advice as required

  • Undertake relevant Health and Safety training when necessary

Contractor liaison

  • Act as the principal point of contact for contractors

  • Liaise with diocesan surveyors and external contractors

  • Coordinate works with plumbers, electricians, and handypersons as required

Additional duties

  • Ensure compliance with licensing requirements (e.g. Christian Copyright Licence)

  • Support the preparation of paperwork for sacramental programmes

Person specification

Essential skills and competencies

  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage clearly and respectfully with clergy, staff, contractors, and parishioners

  • Strong organisational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, while also using initiative and working independently

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions

  • Adaptability and flexibility in response to changing priorities

Experience

  • Relevant experience in an administrative or secretarial role supporting senior staff

  • Experience of working within a faith-based, charitable, or non-profit organisation

  • A clear desire and commitment to work for the Catholic Church

  • Experience of social media and online communications

Qualifications

  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher)

Our values

Our work is rooted in Catholic Social Teaching and guided by the values of Competence, Reliability, Honesty, Perseverance, and Love. We are committed to placing human dignity at the centre of all we do and to serving our parishes with care, integrity, and professionalism.