Head of Operations

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Person Specification: The essential qualities of the successful candidate are: Christian Character and Personal Qualities: Have a strong love and commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour, be a mature Christian of godly character with a deep love for God’s word, God’s church and a desire to serve him wholeheartedly in your whole life. Commitment to and agreement with, Holy Trinity Church’s vision, beliefs and values Display the spiritual gifts of administration and leadership A heart to share the gospel with those who do not yet believe in Jesus, including those in the parish of Holy Trinity Wallington You are able to work effectively as part of a team with people different from yourself Experience: Operational work at a senior level A grasp on the workings of the Church of England and Anglican Church settings Leadership in a Christian church. Skills: Leadership and team skills including ability to motivate and implement change Strategic, organisational and management skills including short, medium and long term planning Excellence in communication both written and verbal Ability to cope with multiple demands and work under pressure to deadlines Understanding of financial management, lettings/hire and building operations Ability to understand, use and ensure best use of IT, web, social media and media technology to aid communication and operation Special conditions: Ability to work some evenings and weekends The desirable qualities of the successful candidate are: Have spent time within the Church of England and Anglican Church settings If not already, be willing to become a member of Holy Trinity Church A degree level or equivalent qualification (e.g. a BTEC) in a related area of work Hours: 32-40 hours per week - offering of PT & FT is dependent on the successful candidate Salary: FTE (40 hours per week) of £38-44k dependant upon experience and expertise, plus pension. Holidays: 25 days pro-rata, plus bank holidays Contract Length: Permanent Contract Employer: Holy Trinity Wallington Parish Church Council Report to: Vicar Direct Reports: Church Administrator, Ministry Trainee (for Operations/Admin), Café Manager (volunteer) & voluntary reception team Additional Notes: It is a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) of the post that the post holder will be a Christian (and preferably a communicant member of the Church of England) in full sympathy with the aims and ethos of the parish’s vision and values. There is a 6-month probationary period and 3-month notice period. Subject to satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service Interview Date: Monday 9th February 2026 History of the Role: John Truscott led an Operational Review of Holy Trinity Wallington in 2018, which led to the appointment of the first Church Operations Minister in mid 2019. The current Church Operations Minister has successfully implemented the Truscott recommendations, and ensured the operations of the church & centre are up to date, efficient and compliant. Our facilities have grown in their use by the church & community hirers, with the role being a vital relational key to these people. The vacancy has come about following the retirement of the current Church Operations Minister.