The Church of England
Finance & Operations Officer (Diocesan Board of Education)
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This is an exciting opportunity to join the Education team in the Diocese of Chester in managing the DBE’s financial operations and overseeing its legal work and schools’ capital projects.
About the Role
The Finance and Operations Officer is a key member of the Diocesan Education team, responsible for the financial management and operations of the company. This also incorporates overseeing legal matters, liaising with the DBE’s lawyers, and working with our partner company on school capital projects.
Working Arrangements
The role offers hybrid working that includes working from Church House at Daresbury Park, Warrington (at least three days a week). This is a full-time position, although part-time may be considered for the right candidate.
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Application Process
The job description, person specification, and application form can be found below or downloaded from the Diocesan website:
https://www.chesterdiocese.org/vacancies
PLEASE NOTE: Applications for this post should not be made through Pathways. Please apply by using the diocesan application form found on the Diocesan website (using the link in the text above) or the copy attached in word format at the bottom of this page.
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Contact for Informal Discussion
If you wish to have an informal conversation about this role, please contact Susan Kemp, PA to the Director of Education: susan.kemp@chester.anglican.org
Application Submission
Completed application forms should be returned by email to: recruitment@chester.anglican.org
Important Dates
- Closing date: 16th September 2026
- Interviews: 28th September 2026
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