Job Vacancy: Benefice Coordinator and Communications Assistant Hours: 15 hours per week (flexible scheduling). At busy times up to five hours overtime per week will be required. Pay: £14.50 per hour Location: The Benefice of Walton and Trimley Church Office: St. Philip's Community Hub, Wadgate Road, Felixstowe, IP11 2LY We are looking for a well-organised and personable Benefice Coordinator and Communications Assistant to support the daily operations and communication needs of our church community across the Benefice of Walton and Trimley. This part-time role is ideal for someone with a heart for service, excellent administrative skills and a passion for clear and effective communication. Key Responsibilities: · Coordinate the administrative tasks of the benefice to support our Rector and the church officers · Undertake monthly invoicing · Prepare the quarterly service rotas · Maintain calendars, schedules and church records · Prepare service sheets, notices and meeting agendas · Manage internal and external communications, including emails, newsletters and social media · Serve as a welcoming point of contact for parishioners, visitors and community partners Requirements: · Proficiency in administrative tasks and IT (e.g. Microsoft Office, email systems, spreadsheets) · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills · Ability to work independently with initiative and discretion · Strong organisational skills and attention to detail · Willingness to work in sympathy with the Christian ethos and values of the Church of England · Mandatory DBS; Safeguarding and Domestic Abuse training to be completed We Offer: · A flexible, supportive and respectful working environment · Opportunity to play a key role in a caring and active church community · Training and support as needed To Apply: Please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining your interest and suitability to revenidbenefice@gmail.com Closing Date: 5th September 2025 Interview Date: 15th September 2025 Start Date: by agreement but ASAP We welcome applications from all backgrounds. The successful candidate will be expected to work in alignment with the ethos and values of the Church of England.
We are pleased to announce that the Benefice Church Office has been moved from the vestry at St Mary's Church to St Philip's Community Hub. This will improve public access as the office is now fully accessible. We continue with our usual opening hours of 9am-1pm. Our postal address has changed to Church Office, St Philip's Hall, Wadgate Road, Felixstowe IP11 2LY and have a new telephone number: 01394 547260.
