Stewardship Officer (One full-time or two part time roles)

Summary:

Stewardship Officers working on the Cornerstone Rollout and Giving Mechanisms

Location:

Diocesan Office, Worcester

Salary:

£32,408 FTE plus generous non contributory pension

Hours:

21 hours per week, 14 hours per week, or full-time

Job description:

Could you inspire generosity that transforms lives?

The Diocese of Worcester is on a bold journey of change. We are seeking a Stewardship Officer (or two part-time officers) to play a pivotal role in strengthening the financial sustainability of our churches. You will join a supportive and collaborative team, working at the heart of an exciting diocesan transformation programme designed to see healthy, sustainable churches in every community. In this role (or roles) you will:

• Equip churches to develop confident, sustainable patterns of giving, including digital and contactless giving
• Support the rollout and use of the national Cornerstone platform, helping churches better understand and grow their finances
• Encourage and develop legacy giving, helping congregations think long-term about their mission and impact
• Deliver training, resources and support to clergy and parish leaders, inspiring a clear and compelling vision of generous Christian stewardship across diverse local churches

Whether you are a people-focused trainer, a confident communicator, or someone with a passion for generosity and church life, we would love to hear from you. You will be someone who:

• Is committed to the mission and values of the Church of England
• Builds strong relationships and communicates complex ideas simply
• Is confident using digital tools or willing to learn

The Diocese of Worcester is a great place to work, offering excellent holiday allowances, a generous non‑contributory pension and a supportive working environment. We are committed to helping staff achieve a healthy work–life balance and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements.

• Hours: Cornerstone Role: this is a role funded by the National Church for 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE) until December 2028. Giving Mechanisms: This is a role funded by the Diocese of Worcester for 14 hours per week (0.4 FTE) until December 2028. Please note for both roles Wednesday morning working is required.
• Location: Hybrid – home working and diocesan offices, with travel across the Diocese required
• Further details and to apply: Please see the job description and person specification in the job packs hereandhereand apply online using our application form link
• Closing date: 9am 22nd July. Interviews: Thursday 30th July

The Church of England is for everyone, and it is a priority for us to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and particularly encourage applications from UK Minority Ethnic / Global Majority Heritage candidates and people with disabilities.

Application form (link):

Closing date:

22nd July, 2026 at 09:00

Shortlisting:

23rd July, 2026

Interview date:

30th July, 2026