Job Overview
Are you an organised administrator with excellent communication skills?
Grantham & the Vale of Belvoir Methodist Circuit and Bingham Methodist Church are seeking an enthusiastic, professional and well-organised Methodist Circuit & Church Administrator to provide high-quality administrative support across the Circuit and local church.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a varied role where no two days are the same. You’ll play a vital part in supporting the ministry and mission of our churches by ensuring the smooth running of administrative systems, meetings, communications, safeguarding processes and property lettings.
About the Role
Working closely with ministers, church officers and volunteers, you will:
· Provide day-to-day administrative support for the Circuit and church.
· Organise meetings, prepare agendas, take accurate minutes and monitor follow-up actions.
· Coordinate church and circuit newsletters and support communications, including website updates where appropriate.
· Maintain accurate membership and contact databases in line with GDPR requirements.
· Support safeguarding administration, including maintaining training and DBS records.
· Administer church property bookings and lettings, including hire agreements and invoicing.
· Assist with financial administration, reporting and Charity Commission trustee record updates.
· Provide administrative support for church events, projects and the day-to-day running of the office.
About You
We’re looking for someone who has:
· Previous administrative experience in a busy environment.
· Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
· Experience of preparing agendas and taking accurate meeting minutes.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
· Experience maintaining electronic databases and confidential records.
· The ability to work independently while building positive relationships with a wide range of people.
· A commitment to confidentiality, data protection and high professional standards.
It would be an advantage if you also have experience of working within a church, charity or voluntary organisation, administering safeguarding records, managing room bookings and lettings, producing newsletters, or using church management databases.
What We Offer
· A varied and rewarding role supporting the life and mission of local Methodist churches.
· Flexible part-time working arrangements.
· A welcoming and supportive team of ministers, staff and volunteers.
· Opportunities for training and professional development.
· The chance to make a real difference in the life of our churches and local communities.
Our Values
We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming and supportive working environment. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who can demonstrate the skills and experience required for the role.
The successful applicant will be expected to work in a manner consistent with the values and ethos of the Methodist Church. It is not a requirement for the postholder to be a practising Christian unless permitted under applicable equality legislation.
Pay: £14.45 per hour
Expected hours: 16.0 per week
Work Location: In person
