Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth

Parish Administrator
Salary: £17,485.00 per annum (FTE £26,227.50)
Contract: Permanent, Part-time
Hours: 25 hours per week [over 4 days (or as agreed)]
Location: Based at Pastoral Centre, Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 8RY
Please note, some out of office hours and occasional travel may be required across the Diocese.
The Parish Administrator plays a key role in supporting the effective day-to-day operation of the parish by providing high-quality administrative support to clergy, parishioners, volunteers, and ministry teams. The role is responsible for coordinating parish administration, maintaining accurate records, managing communications and bookings, supporting sacramental and liturgical activities, and assisting with routine financial processes. 
The successful candidate will be organised, approachable, and able to manage a varied workload while working collaboratively as part of the Parish Office team. They will contribute to the mission and life of the parish by ensuring administrative services are delivered efficiently and professionally, while upholding and promoting the ethos and values of the Catholic Church.
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 more information about this role, please click on the link 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!
How to Apply
Please apply via the link or send a comprehensive and up to date Curriculum Vitae with a covering letter setting out your suitability for the role and motivation in applying to <a href="mailto:recruitment@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">recruitment@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk</a>. Please state Parish Administrator, Winchester in the subject line of your email.
The closing date for applications is 16th October 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.
Interviews will be held on the week commencing 26th October 2026.
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.
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