Full-time (up to 35 hours per week)
£30,307 - £35,646 per annum dependant on experience
The Diocese of St Edmundsbury & Ipswich is looking for an organised, enthusiastic and professional individual to provide comprehensive and professional support and assistance (administrative, secretarial and clerical) to its Bishop.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Bishop’s Chaplain to manage the Bishop’s calendar, appointments and correspondence with accuracy, efficiency, discretion and sensitivity.
Key responsibilities include:
* manage the Bishop’s calendar, appointments and correspondence with accuracy, efficiency, discretion and sensitivity
* organise key meetings, events and social functions
* maintain accurate records
* plan the Bishop’s travel and accommodation needs
* work with the Bishop’s Chaplain to ensure the Bishop is fully briefed and provided with the relevant paperwork for all engagements
* provide support for the Bishop in any of their national roles, including the House of Lords, and work with national church institutions and other bodies outside the diocese
The role also involves providing support for the Bishop’s national roles, including the House of Lords and work with the national church institutions, as well as other bodies outside the diocese.
Qualifications and skills:
* excellent administrative, IT and time management skills
* diary management experience
* attention to detail
* decisive, empathetic and able to remain calm and focused under pressure
* adaptable, able to anticipate requirements, take initiative and be willing to collaborate with others and ask for assistance when needed
* experienced PA or administrator sympathetic to the mission and ministry of the Church of England
The DBF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
The care and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults involved in church activities is the responsibility of the whole church. Everyone who participates in the life of the church has a role to play in promoting a Safer Church for all.
Safeguarding is an integral part of the mission and ministry of the church in this diocese and is in line with our Growing in God strategy. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
All appointments are subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
For an informal conversation please contact Alan Forsdike, Bishops Chaplain, on 07923 253762 to arrange a suitable time.
Application closing date: Friday 21 November 2025
Interview Date: Wednesday 10 December 2025
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