Christ Church Summerfield is a diverse and growing church in North Edgbaston. We have a vision to see the people of North Edgbaston living lives of hope in Jesus’ name, particularly focussing on under 25’s and those experiencing social isolation. The aim of our staff team is to serve the wider community and provide resources for mission and ministry of the church. You’re invited to join us.
What are we looking for?
We are looking to recruit an Operations Manager to support the mission of Christ Church Summerfield and provide a foundation for our ministries as we achieve our vision as a church. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the church, aiding the Lead Pastors, Ministry Leads and PCC in decision making and practical management both long and short term.
Exceptional leadership and management skills
Strong interpersonal and organisational skills
Experience of overseeing operations, preferably in a church setting
Proactive and self motivated
Be flexible and innovative, able to adapt to changing circumstances and to develop new ways of working
Ability to juggle a broad range of responsibilities
An open heart and “can-do” attitude
Good time management skills with a proven ability to prioritise workload
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances
A willingness to work with Christ Church Summerfield’s values
Personal walk with Jesus underpinning a lifestyle of integrity
There is a genuine occupational requirement that the post-holder be a practising Christian
Responsibilities
* Establish and maintain business standards for accuracy, productivity and reliability
* Manage the daily functions of the business
* Prepare annual performance review and reevaluate processes
* Ensure regulatory, compliance and legal rules are followed
* Manage budget to align with goals of business
Qualifications
* 3+ years of experience in a similar role
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office
* Strong organizational and communication skills
* Strong ability to multitask
* Comfort working with multiple groups within business
Job Title: Operations Manager
Hours: 21 hours per week (This post is not generally Sunday working. Midweek flexible working, office is currently open Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays)
Pay: £31,937 pro rata
Contract: Permanent contract with 3 month probation.
Key Responsibilities & Tasks
* Lead day-to-day church operations, systems, administration, and team coordination.
* Plan and oversee Sundays, events, projects, bookings, and annual calendar management.
* Support staff, volunteers, safeguarding, communications, and internal processes.
* Manage governance, compliance, finance administration, and reporting requirements.
* Oversee church buildings, facilities, contractors, health & safety, and site maintenance.
* Coordinate baptisms, weddings, funerals, and external hall/church bookings.
* Work closely with the Lead Pastor, ministry leads, PCC, and serving teams to ensure smooth and sustainable church operations.
* Additional duties and support as agreed with the Lead Pastor
Some ways we show value to our team
* 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory bank holidays
* Flexible and compassionate workplace
* Office closure for three days over Christmas
* One retreat day across the year
* Funded training opportunities each year
We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs to the community we serve.
This role will require an enhanced DBS check
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