Office/Staff Manager
3 months ago
Cambridge
Office Manager/Staff Manager to support fantastic local not-for-profit organisation Your new company Downing Place United Reformed Church is a vibrant and inclusive Christian community located in the heart of Cambridge. The church is deeply committed to outreach, hospitality, and service, and plays a central role in the lives of its congregation and wider community. This is a unique opportunity to join a values-driven organisation where your work will directly support the mission and ministry of the church. Your new roleAs the Office / Staff Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the church, managing a small and dedicated team, and ensuring the smooth running of both administrative and staffing functions. This is a varied and rewarding role that requires a proactive, organised, and compassionate individual who is comfortable working in a faith-based environment. Key responsibilities include: • Coordinating the staff team and managing workloads, cover, and communication, • Leading on HR matters including appraisals, training, compliance, and recruitment, • Supporting church volunteers and maintaining internal systems such as ChurchSuite, • Managing bookings and lettings for events, concerts, and regular hirers, • Overseeing communications, service sheets, notices, and publicity materials, • Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, GDPR, and health & safety policies, • Proven experience in office or staff management, • Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, • A flexible and collaborative approach to work, • Confidence in managing multiple priorities and working with diverse stakeholders, • A genuine interest in working within a church setting and supporting its values and community 4706158